Description

1,2-Dithiane-4-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized sulfur-containing heterocyclic carboxylic acid, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique dithiane structure makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing sulfur heterocycles or requiring chiral auxiliaries.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Used in the development of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for creating new active ingredients in crop protection agents.
• Material Science: Investigated for the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing high-value, complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dithiane-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	14091-99-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8O2S2
Molecular Weight	164.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Carboxy-1,2-dithiane; 1,2-Dithiane-4-carboxylic acid; 1,2-Dithian-4-carboxylic acid; 4-(Carboxy)-1,2-dithiane; 1,2-Dithiacyclohexane-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-1,2-dithiacyclohexane; Dithiane-4-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 1,2-Dithiane-4-Carboxylic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment. Our quality protocols are designed to support applications in GMP-related synthesis and other critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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