CAS 1208989-44-9

2-Chloro-4-methyl-6-(methylthio)-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde

Description:

2-Chloro-4-methyl-6-(methylthio)-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde is an organic compound characterized by its pyridine ring, which is a six-membered aromatic heterocycle containing one nitrogen atom. This compound features a chloro substituent at the 2-position, a methyl group at the 4-position, and a methylthio group at the 6-position of the pyridine ring, along with an aldehyde functional group at the 3-position. The presence of these substituents contributes to its unique chemical reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry. The chloro and methylthio groups can participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions, while the aldehyde group can undergo oxidation or condensation reactions. This compound may exhibit biological activity, making it of interest in pharmaceutical research. Its molecular structure suggests it may have specific interactions with biological targets, which could be explored for therapeutic purposes. As with many organic compounds, proper handling and safety measures should be observed due to potential toxicity or reactivity.

Formula: C₈H₈ClNOS

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H8ClNOS/c1-5-3-7(12-2)10-8(9)6(5)4-11/h3-4H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=RFFWFYPCOJGCRW-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(=O)C=1C(C)=CC(SC)=NC1Cl

Synonyms:

• 2-Chloro-4-methyl-6-(methylsulfanyl)pyridine-3-carbaldehyde
• 2-Chloro-4-methyl-6-methylsulfanylpyridine-3-carbaldehyde
• 2-Chloro-4-methyl-6-(methylthio)-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde
• 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2-chloro-4-methyl-6-(methylthio)-