Pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid is used in the preparation of dipicolinato ligated lanthanide and transition metal complexes. It acts as a chelating agent for chromium, zinc, manganese, copper, iron and molybdenum. Its calcium-dipcolinic acid complex is used to protect deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) from heat denaturation which enhances the DNA stability. It plays an important role as a marker for the effectiveness of sterilization.

Incompatible with acids, bases and oxidizing agents.

MFCD00006299

207-894-3

C₇H₅NO₄

167.12

ca 245° dec.

188°(370°F)

Ambient temperatures.

Crystalline powder

Insoluble in water.

131629

36/37/38
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

26-37-60
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste

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H315-H319-H335
Causes skin irritation.Causes serious eye irritation.May cause respiratory irritation.

P261-P280a-P305+P351+P338-P304+P340-P405-P501a
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.