Reilly 2-Aminopyridine AN ORGANIC
CHEMICAL
OF CONSTANTLY
ONE of the most interesting coal tar materials developed by Reilly during the past several years is 2-AMINOPYRIDINE, which is today recognized as an organic chemical of constantly increasing importance. The use of 2-AMINOPYRIDINE in
INCREASING
IMPORTANCE
In contrast to Pyridine, 2-AMINOPYRIDINE is readily sulfonated, nitrated, halogenated, mercurated or similarly processed, and is a unique starting material for the synthesis of pyridine compounds.
the
manufacture of sulfapyridine is well known. Its more recent utilization in the manufacture of médicinale for alleviation of the distress of various allergies is important. A striking recent discovery is its ability to prevent the decay of citrus fruits.
Other Reilly Aminopyridines include: 2-Amino-3-Methylpyridine, 2-Amino4-Methylpyridine, 2-Amino-5-Methylpyridine, and 2-Amino-6-Methylpyridine. All of these materials are available
in 95% purity.
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