Description

2-Chloro-6-(Methylthio)Pyridine (Saltdata: Free) is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters because it serves as a critical intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and sophisticated agrochemicals, where its specific substitution pattern enables precise molecular construction. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands in catalysis and material science.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An effective substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form complex biaryl systems.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable reagent for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-(Methylthio)Pyridine (Saltdata: Free)
CAS No.	77145-64-3
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClNS
Molecular Weight	159.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-(methylsulfanyl)pyridine; 2-Chloro-6-methylthiopyridine; 6-Chloro-2-(methylthio)pyridine; 2-Chloro-6-methylmercaptopyridine; 2-Chloro-6-(methylthio)pyridine free base; Pyridine, 2-chloro-6-(methylthio)-; 2-Chloro-6-methylsulfanylpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6-(Methylthio)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

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.