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2-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 2-Mercapto-4-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-Thioxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-4-carboxylic acid, 2-Sulfanylisonicotinic acid, 2-Sulfanylidene-1,2-dihydropyridine-4-carboxylic acid, 4-Carboxy-2-mercapto-pyridin, 4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 1,2-dihydro-2-thioxo-, 2-mercaptoisonicotinic acid

2-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid (CAS 18616-05-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5NO2S and a molecular weight of 155.17400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 305 °C, a boiling point of 259.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.49g/cm3 and a flash point of 111ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
18616-05-2
Jingsj CID
J-34393-1
Molecular Formula
C6H5NO2S
Molecular Weight
155.17400 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point305 °C
Boiling Point259.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.49g/cm3
Flash Point111ºC
Exact Mass155.00400
PSA88.99000
LogP1.06850
Vapor Pressure0.00377mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.694

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-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid is 18616-05-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid?

2-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C6H5NO2S and molecular weight 155.17400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid?

For 2-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Chloro-4-pyridinecarboxylic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Mercaptopyridine-4-carboxylic acid (CAS 18616-05-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-34393-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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