Description

Thioacetamide is a versatile organosulfur compound with the molecular formula C₂H₅NS, serving as a critical reagent and precursor in various chemical syntheses and analytical procedures. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a source of sulfide ions, making it indispensable for controlled precipitation and analysis of metal ions. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, chemical analysis, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry: As a source of sulfide ions for the qualitative and quantitative analysis and separation of metal cations (e.g., lead, cadmium, arsenic).
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: As a building block and sulfur donor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic compounds, thioamides, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chemical Manufacturing: Used as an intermediate in the production of dyes, pesticides, and other specialty chemicals.
• Textile Industry: Employed in processes involving synthetic fibers and as a stabilizer in certain polymerizations.
• Laboratory Research: A key reagent in organic synthesis methodologies, including cyclization and substitution reactions.
• Electroplating: Used in specific plating baths and surface treatment solutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thioacetamide
CAS No.	62-55-5
Molecular Formula	C₂H₅NS
Molecular Weight	75.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetothioamide; Ethanethioamide; TAA; Thioacetimidic acid; Acetic acid thioamide; Thioacetic acid amide; USAF EK-1715; NSC 759
EINECS	200-541-4

Quality Control

Our Thioacetamide is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with general industry and laboratory reagent standards, ensuring reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystals or crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	113 - 116 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.