Description

2-Dimethylaminoethanethiol Hydrochloride is a versatile organosulfur compound with a reactive thiol group and a tertiary amine functionality, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its role in the production of specialized ligands, pharmaceutical building blocks, and functional polymers. It is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific sulfur-containing moieties into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring thioether or disulfide linkages.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chelating agents and catalysts for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or chain-transfer agent to introduce amine and thiol groups into polymer backbones, enhancing properties like adhesion and reactivity.
• Bioconjugation Reagent: Employed in the modification of peptides, proteins, and other biomolecules via thiol-specific chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool compound in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Dimethylaminoethanethiol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	13242-44-9
Molecular Formula	C4H12ClNS
Molecular Weight	141.66 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Dimethylamino)ethanethiol Hydrochloride; (2-Dimethylaminoethyl)mercaptan Hydrochloride; Dimethylaminoethyl Mercaptan Hydrochloride; 2-Dimethylaminoethylthiol Hydrochloride; DMAT Hydrochloride; β-Dimethylaminoethyl Mercaptan Hydrochloride; N,N-Dimethyl-2-mercaptoethylamine Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Dimethylaminoethanethiol Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are provided to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.