Di-2-pyridyl thionocarbonate is used in the synthesis of 10-des(carbamoyloxy)-10-isothiocyanatoporfiromycin. It is also used as a substitute of thiophosgene, in the preparation of isothiocyanate.
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Applications
Di-2-pyridyl thionocarbonate is used in the synthesis of 10-des(carbamoyloxy)-10-isothiocyanatoporfiromycin. It is also used as a substitute of thiophosgene, in the preparation of isothiocyanate.
Solubility
Soluble in water 9280 g/L).
Notes
Keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Sunggak Kim.; Kyu Yang Yi. 1,1'-Thiocarbonyldi-2,2'-pyridone. A new useful reagent for functional group conversions under essentially neutral conditions. J. Org. Chem. 1986, 13, (13), 2613-2615.
- Sunggak Kim.; Kyu Yang Yi. Di-2-Pyridyl thionocarbonate. A new reagent for the preparation of isothiocyanates and carbodiimides.. Tetrahedron Letters.1985, 26, (13), 1661-1664.