Compound Q&A
How is 6-Aminopyridine-2(1H)-thione (CAS: 38240-17-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-Aminopyridine-2(1H)-thione is typically synthesized by the addition of sulfur to 2-benzoyl-6-aminopyridine in the presence of a base such as potassium carbonate. The reaction is carried out in a solvent like dimethylformamide (DMF) at room temperature, resulting in a yield of around 85%.
About
CAS No
38240-17-4
English Name
6-Aminopyridine-2(1H)-thione
Molecular Formula
C5H6N2S
Molecular Weight
126.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=S)NC(=C1)N
InChIKey
IRMILVGRVWZEOB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-22 19:38
