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4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptonicotinonitrile

Also known as: 3-Cyano-4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptopyridine, 2-Mercapto-4,6-dimethylnicotinonitrile, 4,6-Dimethyl-2-thioxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbonitrile, 1,2-Dihydro-4,6-dimethyl-2-thioxo-3-pyridinecarbonitrile, 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 2-mercapto-4,6-dimethyl-, 4,6-Dimethyl-2-sulfanylidene-1H-pyridine-3-carbonitrile, 5-Cyano-6-mercapto-2,4-lutidine

4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptonicotinonitrile (CAS 54585-47-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8N2S and a molecular weight of 164.227 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 274ºC (dec.), a boiling point of 249.8±43.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 104.9±28.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
54585-47-6
Jingsj CID
J-1439627-1
Molecular Formula
C8H8N2S
Molecular Weight
164.227 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point274ºC (dec.)
Boiling Point249.8±43.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point104.9±28.2 °C
Exact Mass164.040817
PSA75.48000
LogP1.18
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.609

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 4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptonicotinonitrile?

The CAS number of 4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptonicotinonitrile is 54585-47-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptonicotinonitrile?

4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptonicotinonitrile has molecular formula C8H8N2S and molecular weight 164.227 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptonicotinonitrile?

For 4,6-dimethyl-2-mercaptonicotinonitrile, Upstream Products: 2-Cyanothioacetamide, 2,4-Pentanedione, 4,6-Dimethylnicotinonitrile; Downstream Products: 1-(3-Amino-4,6-dimethylthieno[2,3-b]pyridin-2-yl)ethanone, 3-amino-4,6-dimethylthieno[2,3-b]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 4,6-Dimethyl-1H-pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridin-3-amine.

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