Description

6-Mercaptopyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile sulfur- and nitrogen-containing heterocyclic building block, primarily valued for its dual functional groups that enable complex molecular synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its structure facilitates the creation of novel active ingredients. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for drug discovery, agrochemical manufacturing for crop protection agents, and academic research institutions exploring new chemical entities and coordination chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand in Coordination Chemistry: Serves as a chelating agent for metal ions in catalysis research and the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functional polymers and advanced materials with specific electronic or binding properties.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The thiol and carboxylic acid groups allow for site-specific labeling and modification of biomolecules for diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Mercaptopyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	14716-87-1
Molecular Formula	C6H5NO2S
Molecular Weight	155.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercaptonicotinic Acid; 6-Thiopyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 6-mercapto-; 6-Sulfanylpyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-6-mercaptopyridine; 6-Mercaptopicolinic Acid; 2-Mercapto-6-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 6-Thiolpicolinic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Mercaptopyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for high-purity intermediates. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to strict in-process controls to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled with care to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.