Description

2-Mercaptopyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block containing both a carboxylic acid and a thiol functional group. This bifunctional nature makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), ligands, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and cancers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Serves as a chelating agent for metal catalysts in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Building block for creating functionalized polymers, conductive materials, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: Essential reagent in organic synthesis for constructing pyridine-based heterocycles and peptidomimetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercaptopyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	18616-05-2
Molecular Formula	C6H5NO2S
Molecular Weight	155.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-mercapto-; 2-Mercaptoisonicotinic acid; 2-Sulfanylpyridine-4-carboxylic acid; 2-Thiolisonicotinic acid; 4-Carboxy-2-mercaptopyridine; 2-Pyridinethiol-4-carboxylic acid; Isonicotinic acid, 2-mercapto-; 18616-05-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Mercaptopyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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