Description

6-(Methylthio)-3-Pyridinecarboxylicacidmethylester is a versatile pyridine derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a crucial intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its unique sulfur-containing pyridine scaffold is highly valued. It is needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel molecules with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers due to its electron-rich pyridine core.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for designing molecular probes and inhibitors for biochemical research and target validation.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs and research organizations for bespoke synthesis projects requiring high-purity, specialized intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(Methylthio)-3-Pyridinecarboxylicacidmethylester
CAS No.	74470-40-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2S
Molecular Weight	183.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-(methylthio)nicotinate; 6-(Methylthio)nicotinic Acid Methyl Ester; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 6-(Methylthio)-, Methyl Ester; Methyl 6-Methylthio-3-pyridinecarboxylate; 6-Methylsulfanyl-nicotinic Acid Methyl Ester; 6-Methylmercaptonicotinic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 6-Methylmercaptonicotinate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-(Methylthio)-3-Pyridinecarboxylicacidmethylester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.