Description

2-(Methylthio)-4-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is a versatile sulfur-containing pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a methylthio substituent, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Useful as a building block for synthesizing probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function.
• Custom Synthesis: Provides a foundational structure for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers performing bespoke synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylthio)-4-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	74470-24-9
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2S
Molecular Weight	169.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Carboxy-2-(methylthio)pyridine; 2-Methylmercaptoisonicotinic Acid; 2-(Methylsulfanyl)pyridine-4-carboxylic acid; 2-Methylthioisonicotinic Acid; 2-Methylsulfanylisonicotinic Acid; 2-Methylthio-4-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 2-(Methylthio)isonicotinic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Methylthio)-4-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your research and development processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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