Description

tert-Butyl 4-Mercaptopyridin-3-Ylcarbamate is a high-purity, protected mercaptopyridine derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its unique functional groups enable precise molecular construction. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its pyridine-thiol structure.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioconjugation: The protected mercapto and carbamate groups make it valuable for constructing peptide analogs and for site-specific bioconjugation strategies.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive for creating polymers with specific electronic or adhesive properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of activity-based probes and molecular tools for studying enzyme function and cellular processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 4-Mercaptopyridin-3-Ylcarbamate
CAS No.	139460-10-9
Molecular Formula	C10H14N2O2S
Molecular Weight	226.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[[(1,1-Dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]amino]-4-pyridinethiol; tert-Butyl N-(4-mercaptopyridin-3-yl)carbamate; 4-Mercapto-3-pyridinylcarbamic Acid 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester; 3-Amino-4-mercaptopyridine tert-butylcarbamate derivative; BOC-4-Mercapto-3-aminopyridine; TB4MPC; 4-Thiol-3-aminopyridine BOC-protected
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 4-Mercaptopyridin-3-Ylcarbamate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and ensure long-term stability. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.