2,6-Dibromopyridine-4-carboxylic acid is an organic compound characterized by its pyridine ring substituted with two bromine atoms and a carboxylic acid group. The presence of the bromine atoms at the 2 and 6 positions of the pyridine ring significantly influences its chemical reactivity and physical properties, such as solubility and boiling point. The carboxylic acid functional group contributes to its acidity and ability to participate in various chemical reactions, including esterification and amidation. This compound is typically a solid at room temperature and may exhibit moderate to high polarity due to the electronegative bromine atoms and the carboxylic acid group. It is often used in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, due to its ability to serve as a building block for more complex molecules. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as brominated compounds can be hazardous.

2,6-Dibromopyridine-4-carboxylic acid

2,6-Dibromoisonicotinic acid

2,6-Dibromoisonicotinic acid is a synthesised amide that has a helical structure. It is fluorescent and supramolecular in nature. The coordination geometry of 2,6-Dibromoisonicotinic acid is tetrahedral with a pyridine nitrogen atom at the centre, which coordinates to the lanthanide ion. 2,6-Dibromoisonicotinic acid has antimycobacterial activity and inhibits cancer cell proliferation in vitro. This compound is also used as an experimental probe for studying the role of pyridine rings in biological systems.

CAS 2016-99-1: 2,6-Dibromopyridine-4-carboxylic acid

2,6-Dibromoisonicotinic acid

Ref: 54-OR2261

2,6-Dibromoisonicotinic acid

Ref: 3D-FD140295

2,6-Dibromopyridine-4-carboxylic acid

Ref: 10-F046182

4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2,6-dibromo-

Ref: IN-DA002DJH