Description

3-Mercaptopropiononitrile is a versatile sulfur-containing nitrile compound, widely recognized for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its dual functionality, featuring both a reactive thiol (-SH) group and a nitrile (-CN) group, which allows for diverse chemical transformations. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries, where it is used to introduce thioether linkages or as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thioether or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the mercapto group imparts specific biological activity.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a chain transfer agent or cross-linking agent in the synthesis and modification of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for the preparation of thiols, sulfides, and other sulfur-containing compounds.
• Ligand Precursor: Utilized in coordination chemistry for the synthesis of metal-complexing ligands.
• Material Science: Employed in surface functionalization and the creation of advanced materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Mercaptopropiononitrile
CAS No.	1001-58-7
Molecular Formula	C3H5NS
Molecular Weight	87.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Mercaptopropanenitrile; β-Mercaptopropionitrile; Thiocyanic acid, 2-cyanoethyl ester; 2-Cyanoethanethiol; 3-Sulfanylpropanenitrile; Mercaptoacetonitrile, homologue; NSC 8646
EINECS	213-684-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Mercaptopropiononitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert gas (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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