Description

5-(Methylsulfanyl)Pyridin-3-Ol is a high-purity organic compound featuring a pyridine core substituted with a methylthio and a hydroxyl group, making it a versatile building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. It is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex molecular construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or possessing specific receptor activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry in both academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Custom Synthesis: Used as a substrate for the production of more complex, custom-designed molecules for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Methylsulfanyl)Pyridin-3-Ol
CAS No.	910649-52-4
Molecular Formula	C6H7NOS
Molecular Weight	141.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-5-(methylthio)pyridine; 5-(Methylthio)-3-pyridinol; 3-Pyridinol, 5-(methylthio)-; 5-Methylsulfanylpyridin-3-ol; 5-(Methylsulfanyl)-3-hydroxypyridine; 5-(Methylmercapto)pyridin-3-ol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(Methylsulfanyl)Pyridin-3-Ol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is performed to verify identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee product integrity and 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.