Description

4-(2-Pyridyl)-3-Thiosemicarbazide is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyridine ring linked to a thiosemicarbazide moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable key intermediate and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis and coordination chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical manufacturers for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with potential antimicrobial, antiviral, or anticancer activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a versatile chelating ligand for transition metals, forming complexes used in catalytic processes and materials science.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic compounds and reaction pathways.
• Analytical Reagent: Can be used as a derivatization agent or a reagent in spectrophotometric analysis for metal ion detection.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Pyridyl)-3-Thiosemicarbazide
CAS No.	36273-89-9
Molecular Formula	C6H8N4S
Molecular Weight	168.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridylthiosemicarbazide; 1-(Pyridin-2-yl)thiosemicarbazide; 4-(2-Pyridinyl)-3-thiosemicarbazide; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde thiosemicarbazone precursor; N-(Pyridin-2-yl)hydrazinecarbothioamide; PTSC; 2-Pyridyl isothiosemicarbazide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(2-Pyridyl)-3-Thiosemicarbazide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.