2-Mercaptopyridine CAS No.73018-10-7
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-20
CAS No.73018-10-7
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 2-Mercaptopyridine |
| CAS Number | 2637-34-5 |
| EINECS Number | 220-131-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H5NS |
| Molecular Weight | 111.16 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2-Pyridinethiol; 2-Sulfuryl pyridine; Pyridine-2-thiol; 2-Thiopyridine; 2-Pyridyl mercaptan |
| Appearance | Yellow to brown crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 127-130 °C |
| Boiling Point | 184.9±23.0 °C (predicted) |
| Density | 1.161 g/cm³ (estimated) |
| Refractive Index | 1.5605 (estimated) |
| Flash Point | 125 °C |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; soluble in chloroform, methanol, and dimethyl sulfoxide |
| pKa | pK1: -1.07 (+1); pK2: 10.00 (0) at 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | 50 g/L at 20 °C |
| Stability | Stable, but incompatible with strong bases and strong oxidants |
| Uses | Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various chemicals and pharmaceuticals. It has potential applications in the medical field due to its (anti-tubercular activity). |
| Safety | May cause irritation to skin and eyes. Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment. Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and incompatible materials. Follow safety regulations and material safety data sheet (MSDS) guidelines. |
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