Description

Propionic Acid, 2-[(3-Hydroxy-2-Pyridyl)Thio]- (8Ci) is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a pyridine-thioether functional group attached to a propionic acid backbone. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and building block for advanced synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, complex ligands, and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a functionalized pyridine-thioether moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its specific structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals for research and industrial applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block in academic and industrial labs for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Propionic Acid, 2-[(3-Hydroxy-2-Pyridyl)Thio]- (8Ci)
CAS No.	32002-81-6
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3S
Molecular Weight	199.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(3-Hydroxy-2-pyridinyl)thio]propanoic acid; 2-(3-Hydroxypyridine-2-ylthio)propionic acid; 2-[(3-Hydroxy-2-pyridyl)sulfanyl]propanoic acid; 2-(3-Hydroxy-2-pyridylthio)propionic acid; 2-(3-Hydroxypyridin-2-ylsulfanyl)propanoic acid; 2-[(3-Hydroxy-2-pyridinyl)thio]propionic acid; 2-(3-Hydroxy-2-pyridylmercapto)propionic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of Propionic Acid, 2-[(3-Hydroxy-2-Pyridyl)Thio]- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to meeting the exacting requirements of research and development, and specifications can be aligned with customer-specific protocols 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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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