Compound Q&A
What is 2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid (CAS: 499-83-2)?
Answer
2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid (CAS: 499-83-2) is a dicarboxylic acid derivative of pyridine, featuring two carboxylic acid groups at the 2 and 6 positions. It is a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C7H5NO4 and a molecular weight of 163.12 g/mol. This compound is known for its stability and is commonly used in organic synthesis due to its versatile reactivity and functional group characteristics.
About
CAS No
499-83-2
English Name
2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H5NO4
Molecular Weight
167.11999999999998 g/mol
SMILES
OC(=O)c1cccc(n1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
WJJMNDUMQPNECX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
