Description

2-Butanone,3-Methyl-4-(2-Pyridinylthio)-,(+)-(9Ci) is a high-purity chiral thiopyridine derivative, a specialized organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its specific stereochemistry and functional groups enable precise molecular construction. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon in the research and synthesis of potential new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to introduce specific thiopyridine and ketone functionalities into target molecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions and pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Butanone,3-Methyl-4-(2-Pyridinylthio)-,(+)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	153054-51-4
Molecular Formula	C10H13NOS
Molecular Weight	195.28 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-3-Methyl-4-(2-pyridinylthio)-2-butanone; (3R)-3-Methyl-4-[(pyridin-2-yl)sulfanyl]butan-2-one; 4-(Pyridin-2-ylsulfanyl)-3-methylbutan-2-one; (R)-3-Methyl-4-(pyridin-2-ylthio)butan-2-one; 2-Butanone, 3-methyl-4-(2-pyridinylthio)-, (R)-; 153054-51-4; (+)-enantiomer of 3-Methyl-4-(2-pyridylthio)-2-butanone
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butanone,3-Methyl-4-(2-Pyridinylthio)-,(+)-(9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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