Description

4-(tert-Butylthio)Pyridine is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a pyridine ring substituted with a tert-butylthio group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its sulfur-containing moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or novel polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new organic reactions and constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(tert-Butylthio)Pyridine
CAS No.	18794-26-8
Molecular Formula	C9H13NS
Molecular Weight	167.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(tert-Butylthio)pyridine; 4-(tert-Butylsulfanyl)pyridine; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethylthio)pyridine; 4-(tert-Butylmercapto)pyridine; 4-(tert-C4H9S)C5H4N; Pyridine, 4-[(1,1-dimethylethyl)thio]-; 4-tert-Butylthiopyridine
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(tert-Butylthio)Pyridine adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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