Description

2(1H)-Pyridinethione, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)- is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyridinethione core modified with a hydroxyethyl substituent. This structure is significant for its dual functionality, offering both a thione sulfur donor site and a polar hydroxyl group, which makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for applications in metal chelation, catalysis, and as a building block for novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting metalloenzymes or requiring specific metal-binding pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new fungicides or pesticides where the thione moiety can act as a bioactive site or metal ligand.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile ligand in coordination chemistry and catalysis for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer Additives: Investigated for use as a stabilizer or modifier in specialty polymer formulations due to its potential antioxidant or metal-deactivating properties.
• Analytical Reagent: Can be utilized as a chelating agent in analytical chemistry for the detection or separation of specific metal ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2(1H)-Pyridinethione, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-
CAS No.	85870-99-1
Molecular Formula	C7H9NOS
Molecular Weight	155.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2(1H)-pyridinethione; 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine-2(1H)-thione; 2-Mercapto-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)pyridinium; 2-Pyridinethiol, 1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-; 1-Hydroxyethyl-2-mercaptopyridine; HEPT (abbreviation); N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-mercaptopyridinium; Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2(1H)-Pyridinethione, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)- adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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