Ethylamine → 2-(Aminoethyl)-6-chloronicotinic acid

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A solution of 18.0 g (84.4 mmol) of 2,6-dichloronicotinic acid in 180 ml of a solution of ethylamine at 70% in water is stirred at ambient temperature for 72 hours. The excess amine is then evaporated off under reduced pressure, and an aqueous solution of acetic acid at 10% is then added until the product precipitates. The beige solid is spin-filter-dried, rinsed with cold water and dried in an oven. 10.5 g of the expected product are obtained. Melting point: 158-160° C. Yield=62%.

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