5,6-Dichloropicolinic acid

• CAT Number: L040139
• CAS Number: 88912-24-7
• Molecular Formula: C6H3Cl2NO2
• Molecular Weight: 192.00
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 5,6-dichloropyridine-2-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H3Cl2NO2/c7-3-1-2-4(6(10)11)9-5(3)8/h1-2H,(H,10,11)
• InChIKey: QOJNAEPFSUYAFL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=NC(=C1Cl)Cl)C(=O)O

5,6-Dichloropicolinic acid（Cat No.:L040139）is a halogenated pyridine derivative featuring chlorine atoms at the 5 and 6 positions of the ring and a carboxylic acid group at the 2-position. This compound is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and heterocyclic scaffolds. The electron-withdrawing chlorines enhance the reactivity of the aromatic ring, facilitating nucleophilic aromatic substitution and cross-coupling reactions. Its picolinic acid core is known for metal-chelating properties, making it useful in coordination chemistry. The compound’s structural and electronic characteristics support diverse applications in fine chemical development.