Description

Acetic Acid Methylthiomethyl Ester is a specialized organosulfur compound with a unique thioacetal structure. This chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing protected thiol or sulfide functionalities. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development teams for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing sulfur heterocycles or thioether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the methylthiomethyl group acts as a versatile precursor.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a protected form of formaldehyde thioacetal in multi-step organic reactions for fragrances, flavors, and specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific sulfur-based properties.
• Chemical Research: A reagent in academic and industrial R&D for developing new synthetic methodologies and exploring novel sulfur chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used in the preparation of sulfur-containing ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid Methylthiomethyl Ester
CAS No.	16437-69-7
Molecular Formula	C4H8O2S
Molecular Weight	120.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methylthiomethyl acetate; (Methylthiomethoxy)ethane; Acetic acid, (methylthio)methyl ester; (Methylthio)methyl acetate; Methyl(methylthio)methyl ether acetate; Thiomethyl methyl ether acetate; MTM acetate
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Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid Methylthiomethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment 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 away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	1.460 - 1.470
Density	1.05 - 1.15 g/cm³

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