Description

3-(Ethylthio)Pyridine is a versatile sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound that serves as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a pyridine ring substituted with an ethylthio group, makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the pyridine and thioether functionalities contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis, useful in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoinitiators due to its electron-donating and coordinating properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Ethylthio)Pyridine
CAS No.	26891-59-8
Molecular Formula	C7H9NS
Molecular Weight	139.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Ethylthio)pyridine; 3-Ethylthiopyridine; 3-Pyridyl ethyl sulfide; Ethyl 3-pyridyl sulfide; 3-(Ethylsulfanyl)pyridine; Pyridine, 3-(ethylthio)-; 26891-59-8
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Ethylthio)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with products typically meeting a purity specification of ≥98% (by HPLC). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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