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2-(Methylthio)-5-nitropyridine

Also known as: 5-Nitro-2-methylthiopyridine, 2-methylmercapto-5-nitro-pyridine, 2-methylsulfanyl-5-nitro-pyridine, 2-methylsulfanyl-5-nitropyridine, 2-methylthio-5-nitro-pyridine, 3-Nitro-6-(methylthio)pyridine, Pyridine, 2-(methylthio)-5-nitro-

2-(Methylthio)-5-nitropyridine (CAS 20885-21-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6N2O2S and a molecular weight of 170.18900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 309.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.35 g/cm3 and a flash point of 141.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
20885-21-6
Jingsj CID
J-1061012-5
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O2S
Molecular Weight
170.18900 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point309.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.35 g/cm3
Flash Point141.2ºC
Exact Mass170.01500
PSA84.01000
LogP2.23490

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933399090
Summary2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(Methylthio)-5-nitropyridine?

The CAS number of 2-(Methylthio)-5-nitropyridine is 20885-21-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Methylthio)-5-nitropyridine?

2-(Methylthio)-5-nitropyridine has molecular formula C6H6N2O2S and molecular weight 170.18900 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(Methylthio)-5-nitropyridine (CAS 20885-21-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1061012-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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