Chemical Name: | 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 1,6-dihydro-1-hydroxy-6-oxo- |
CAS Number: | 94781-89-2 |
Product Number: | AG005V95(AGN-PC-0NFMBK) |
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Molecular Formula: | C6H5NO4 |
Molecular Weight: | 155.1082 |
1-Hydroxy-6-oxo-1,6-dihydropyridine-2-carboxylic acid, also known as $name$, is a versatile compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis as a key building block in organic reactions. This compound serves as a vital intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals due to its unique structural properties and reactivity. It plays a crucial role in the creation of complex molecules through its ability to undergo diverse chemical transformations, including oxidation, reduction, and functional group interconversions. The presence of both a hydroxyl and a carboxylic acid functionality in its structure enables $name$ to participate in a range of organic reactions, making it a valuable tool for synthetic chemists in designing efficient pathways for the synthesis of novel compounds with potential therapeutic or industrial applications.