Compound Q&A
How is 5-Aminonicotinic acid (CAS: 24242-19-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
5-Aminonicotinic acid can be synthesized through the reduction of nicotinic acid with sodium borohydride in a polar aprotic solvent like dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). The reaction is catalyzed by sodium borohydride, and the yield can reach up to 85%. Other methods include the use of hydrogenation in the presence of palladium catalysts.
About
CAS No
24242-19-1
English Name
5-Aminonicotinic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight
138.13 g/mol
EINECS
625-282-8
SMILES
C1=C(C=NC=C1N)C(=O)O
InChIKey
BYIORJAACCWFPU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43