Description

2-Thiocyanatoacetonitrile is a versatile sulfur-containing organic compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a thiocyanate and a nitrile group, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex heterocycles and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of thiazole, thiadiazole, and other nitrogen-sulfur heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to introduce sulfur-containing functional groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce thiocyanate or nitrile functionalities into polymer backbones for specialized material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent for nucleophilic substitution and cycloaddition reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and chemical biology research in exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Thiocyanatoacetonitrile
CAS No.	14090-64-3
Molecular Formula	C3H2N2S
Molecular Weight	98.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Thiocyanatoacetonitrile; Acetonitrile, 2-thiocyanato-; 2-Thiocyanatoethanenitrile; (Thiocyanato)acetonitrile; NSC 163063; Glycolonitrile, 2-thiocyano-; Thiocyanomethyl cyanide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Thiocyanatoacetonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and 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, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the reactive nature of the functional groups, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.