Description

Di-[2-(4-Pyridyl)Ethyl]Sulfide is a specialized organic sulfur compound featuring a central sulfide linkage connecting two 4-pyridylethyl groups. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable bidentate ligand and versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Its structure is particularly relevant for creating complex molecules in catalysis and materials science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor or ligand in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for targeted therapies.
• Catalyst Ligand: Acts as a chelating agent in transition metal catalysis for facilitating challenging organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require specific pyridyl-sulfur motifs.
• Material Science: Used in the synthesis of functional polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), or coordination complexes with tailored electronic properties.
• Chemical Research: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di-[2-(4-Pyridyl)Ethyl]Sulfide
CAS No.	96985-43-2
Molecular Formula	C14H16N2S
Molecular Weight	244.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis[2-(4-pyridyl)ethyl] sulfide; 1,1'-[Thiobis(ethane-2,1-diyl)]dipyridine; 4,4'-(Ethylenedithio)dipyridine; Di(2-(4-pyridyl)ethyl) sulfide; 2-(4-Pyridyl)ethyl sulfide (dimer); 4,4'-(Thiodi-2,1-ethanediyl)dipyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Di-[2-(4-Pyridyl)Ethyl]Sulfide adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.