
Catalog Number	AR003UNK
Chemical Name	Pyridin-2-ol methanesulfonate
CAS Number	6856-31-1
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO4S
Molecular Weight	191.2050
MDL Number	MFCD00079241
SMILES	CS(=O)(=O)O.Oc1ccccn1
NSC Number	758235

Pyridin-2-ol methanesulfonate is a versatile reagent commonly used in chemical synthesis for the protection and activation of hydroxyl groups in organic molecules. By serving as a protecting group for hydroxyl functionalities, it enables selective reactions to take place in the presence of other reactive sites, allowing chemists to control the regioselectivity and stereochemistry of their reactions. In addition, Pyridin-2-ol methanesulfonate can also be used as a precursor for the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds and pharmaceutical intermediates, making it a valuable tool in the development of new molecules with potential therapeutic applications. Its unique properties and reactivity make it an essential component in the repertoire of synthetic chemists aiming to access complex organic structures efficiently and selectively.