Description

5-Methyl-6-Methylsulfanyl-Pyridine-3-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity pyridine derivative characterized by its aldehyde and methylsulfanyl functional groups. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its heterocyclic core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-6-Methylsulfanyl-Pyridine-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1289077-74-2
Molecular Formula	C8H9NOS
Molecular Weight	167.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Methylthio)-5-methylpyridine-3-carboxaldehyde; 5-Methyl-6-(methylthio)nicotinaldehyde; 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 5-methyl-6-(methylthio)-; 5-Methyl-6-methylsulfanyl-nicotinaldehyde; 6-Methylsulfanyl-5-methyl-pyridine-3-carbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-6-Methylsulfanyl-Pyridine-3-Carbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and development. 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, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.