
Catalog Number	AR005RWP
Chemical Name	5-Chloro-2-ethoxynicotinic acid
CAS Number	68359-07-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	201.6070
MDL Number	MFCD07403147
SMILES	CCOc1ncc(cc1C(=O)O)Cl

5-Chloro-2-ethoxy-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, commonly referred to as $name$, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial building block in the creation of various pharmaceutical and agrochemical products due to its unique properties and reactivity. In chemical synthesis, $name$ plays a vital role as a key intermediate in the production of complex organic molecules. Its functional groups and molecular structure make it a valuable precursor for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, herbicides, fungicides, and other biologically active compounds. Additionally, $name$ can undergo various reactions, such as esterification, amidation, and alkylation, enabling chemists to manipulate its structure to generate a diverse range of target molecules with specific properties and functions. Its application in chemical synthesis contributes significantly to the development of new drugs, crop protection agents, and specialty chemicals, making it an indispensable component in modern organic chemistry research.