Description

Acetone Diethyl Dithioacetal CAS NO 14252-45-0 is a specialized organosulfur compound primarily used as a key intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a masked carbonyl equivalent, enabling complex multi-step synthetic routes that are essential for producing high-value fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is critically needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and process optimization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile reagent for creating specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in organic chemistry research for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel compounds.
• Material Science: Potential applications in the development of polymers and advanced materials with specific functional properties.
• Chemical Protecting Group: Utilized to protect ketone/aldehyde functionalities during multi-step synthetic sequences.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetone Diethyl Dithioacetal
CAS No.	14252-45-0
Molecular Formula	C7H16S2
Molecular Weight	164.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Bis(ethylthio)propane; Acetone Diethyl Mercaptal; 1,1-Bis(ethylthio)-2-methylpropane; Diethyl Dithioacetal of Acetone; Propane, 2,2-bis(ethylthio)-; Acetone Diethyl Dithioacetal; 2-Methyl-2-(ethylthio)propane-1-thiol (tautomeric form); Acetone Diethyl Thioacetal
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Quality Control

Our Acetone Diethyl Dithioacetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to verify identity and purity against established specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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