Description

3,3-Di(Ethylthio)-2-(2-Pyridyl)Acrylonitrile is a specialized organic building block featuring a unique combination of pyridine, nitrile, and dithioacetal functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthon in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic and functionalized molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing kinase inhibitory activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands or organocatalysts due to the presence of nitrogen and sulfur donor atoms.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers or organic electronic materials where the pyridine and nitrile groups can modify electronic properties.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic chemistry, such as exploring new cyclization reactions or C-H functionalization pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Di(Ethylthio)-2-(2-Pyridyl)Acrylonitrile
CAS No.	175204-16-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₆N₂S₂
Molecular Weight	276.42 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Pyridinyl)-3,3-bis(ethylthio)-2-propenenitrile; 3,3-Bis(ethylthio)-2-(2-pyridyl)acrylonitrile; 2-Pyridineacrylonitrile, 3,3-bis(ethylthio)-; (2-Pyridyl)-3,3-diethylthioacrylonitrile; Propenenitrile, 3,3-bis(ethylthio)-2-(2-pyridinyl)-; 175204-16-7; 3,3-Diethylthio-2-(2-pyridyl)acrylonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Di(Ethylthio)-2-(2-Pyridyl)Acrylonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged manipulations to ensure stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.