Description

S-Methyl Thioacetate is a versatile sulfur-containing organic compound, also known as methyl thioacetate. This highly volatile liquid serves as a valuable intermediate and reagent in organic synthesis, prized for its ability to introduce the thioester functional group. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and fragrance industries seeking to build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of certain pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a reagent for introducing acetylthio groups in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Employed as a precursor for sulfur-containing aroma compounds that impart savory, meaty, or tropical notes.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an effective acetylthiolating agent in various nucleophilic substitution and addition reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a modifier or chain-transfer agent in specific polymerization processes.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in chemical research for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	S-Methyl Thioacetate
CAS No.	1534-08-3
Molecular Formula	C3H6OS
Molecular Weight	90.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl thioacetate; Thioacetic acid S-methyl ester; Acetic acid thio-, methyl ester; Methylthioacetate; S-Methyl ethanethioate; Methylsulfanyl acetate; Methyl mercaptoacetate (common name); Methyl thioethanoate
EINECS	216-245-4

Quality Control

Our S-Methyl Thioacetate is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC analysis for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.460 - 1.465
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.07 g/mL

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