2-Aminopyridine

2-Aminopyridine is an organic compound with the formula C₅H₆N_2, as a mixture of tautomeric amino and imino isomers with the predominance of the amino form over the imino form (1000:1). 2-Aminopyridine is manufactured using the reaction of pyridine with sodium amide (Chichibabin amination). It is obtained in high yield after the hydrolysis of the intermediate salt.

2-Aminopyridine it is an organic compound with the formula C₅H₆N_2, as a mixture of tautomeric amino and imino isomers with the predominance of the amino form over the imino form (1000:1).

It is a colorless solid and the primary use is to manufacturer pharmaceuticals, particularly antihistamines and piroxicam.

2-Aminopyridine may also be an intermediate in the production of ciclopirox olamine, diphenpyramide, methaqualone, propiram fumarate, pyrilamine, triprolidine, zomepirac, sulfapyridine, tenoxicam,  and tripelennamine.

Shelf Life

Under proper storage conditions, the shelf life is 6 months

Health & Safety

Detailed information on the product described can be found in our relevant Health and Safety Information (Material Safety Data Sheet).