Description

2,2'-Dithio-Bis(3-Nitropyridine) is a specialized organic sulfur-nitrogen compound featuring a disulfide bridge and nitro substituents. This unique structure makes it a valuable reagent and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly for introducing disulfide linkages or nitro-pyridine functionalities. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring disulfide bonds or nitro-pyridine motifs for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced pesticides and herbicides with specific modes of action.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in polymer and material science to introduce disulfide cross-links, which can impart dynamic or redox-responsive properties to materials.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Acts as a reagent for modifying proteins, peptides, or other biomolecules through disulfide bond formation or nitro-group reduction and subsequent coupling.
• Ligand Precursor: Employed in coordination chemistry to develop complex ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Research & Development: A crucial tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2'-Dithio-Bis(3-Nitropyridine)
CAS No.	4282-19-3
Molecular Formula	C10H6N4O4S2
Molecular Weight	310.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3'-Dinitro-2,2'-dithiodipyridine; Bis(3-nitro-2-pyridyl) disulfide; 2,2'-Dithiobis(3-nitropyridine); 3-Nitro-2-pyridyl disulfide; DTNP; 2-Pyridinethiol, 3-nitro-, disulfide; 2,2'-Disulfanediyldi(3-nitropyridine)
EINECS	224-289-5

Quality Control

Our 2,2'-Dithio-Bis(3-Nitropyridine) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and cGMP manufacturing environments.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

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