Description

Pyridine,2-[(Methylthio)Methyl]- is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a pyridine core functionalized with a methylthiomethyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science research and development teams for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive pyridine scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating sulfur-containing heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridine,2-[(Methylthio)Methyl]-
CAS No.	3145-77-5
Molecular Formula	C8H11NS
Molecular Weight	153.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Methylthio)methyl]pyridine; 2-(Methylthiomethyl)pyridine; (Methylthiomethyl)pyridine; Pyridine, 2-(methylthiomethyl)-; 2-Pyridinemethanethiol, methyl ether; 2-Methylthiomethylpyridine; α-(Methylthio)-2-picoline
EINECS	221-552-7

Quality Control

Every batch of Pyridine,2-[(Methylthio)Methyl]- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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