Description

2,2'-Ethylenebis(1,3-Dithiane) is a specialized sulfur-containing organic compound that serves as a versatile building block and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to act as a protective group for carbonyl compounds and as a precursor for complex organosulfur chemistry, enabling the development of novel materials and pharmaceuticals. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring sulfur incorporation or specific stereochemistry.
• Ligand in Catalysis: Acts as a chelating ligand for transition metals in catalytic systems for organic transformations.
• Carbonyl Protection: Serves as a key reagent for the reversible protection of ketones and aldehydes in multi-step organic synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of novel polymers and organic electronic materials with specific sulfur-based functionalities.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development and exploration of new reaction pathways in synthetic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2'-Ethylenebis(1,3-Dithiane)
CAS No.	14947-53-6
Molecular Formula	C10H16S4
Molecular Weight	264.48 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-(1,2-Ethanediyl)bis[1,3-dithiane]; Ethylenebis(1,3-dithiane); 2,2'-Ethylenedithio-1,3-dithiane; 1,3-Dithiane, 2,2'-ethylenebis-; NSC 163083; 2,2'-(Ethane-1,2-diyl)bis(1,3-dithiane); Bis(1,3-dithian-2-yl)ethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2'-Ethylenebis(1,3-Dithiane) is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for demanding synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. For customers with specific regulatory needs, we can support documentation aligned with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.