Description

5-Chloro-2-(Methylthio)Pyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and methylthio substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing more complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the pyridine core is a common pharmacophore.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers, ligands, and functional materials with specific electronic or binding properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions, catalytic processes, and as a scaffold in medicinal chemistry.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-(Methylthio)Pyridine
CAS No.	89379-91-9
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClNS
Molecular Weight	159.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylthio)-5-chloropyridine; 5-Chloro-2-methylsulfanylpyridine; 5-Chloro-2-(methylmercapto)pyridine; 5-Chloro-2-methylthiopyridine; 2-Methylsulfanyl-5-chloropyridine; 5-Chloro-2-(methylsulfanyl)pyridine; 5-Chloro-2-(methylthio)pyridine; 89379-91-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-(Methylthio)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

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