Description

3-Methoxypropyl Isothiocyanate is a versatile organosulfur compound characterized by its reactive isothiocyanate functional group. This chemical serves as a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the introduction of sulfur-containing moieties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel compounds and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocyclic compounds and other complex molecules.
• Ligand and Chelator Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal coordination chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce reactive sites or functional groups into polymer backbones for specialty material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxypropyl Isothiocyanate
CAS No.	17702-11-3
Molecular Formula	C5H9NOS
Molecular Weight	131.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxypropyl isothiocyanate; 3-Methoxy-1-propyl isothiocyanate; 3-Methoxypropyl mustard oil; Isothiocyanic acid 3-methoxypropyl ester; 1-Isothiocyanato-3-methoxypropane; NSC 163049
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxypropyl Isothiocyanate is produced under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.