Description

2-Methyl-4,4-Diphenyl-1,3-Oxathiolan-5-One is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a fused oxathiolane ring system, which serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, combining sulfur and oxygen heteroatoms with phenyl substituents, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with specific stereochemical and electronic properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced pesticide and herbicide candidates, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialized polymers and liquid crystals with tailored properties.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand precursor or a substrate in catalytic reactions to induce chirality in synthetic pathways.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories for method development and quality control of related substance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4,4-Diphenyl-1,3-Oxathiolan-5-One
CAS No.	18648-76-5
Molecular Formula	C16H14O2S
Molecular Weight	270.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4,4-diphenyl-1,3-oxathiolan-5-one; 4,4-Diphenyl-2-methyl-1,3-oxathiolan-5-one; 5-Oxo-2-methyl-4,4-diphenyl-1,3-oxathiolane; MDOT; 1,3-Oxathiolan-5-one, 2-methyl-4,4-diphenyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4,4-Diphenyl-1,3-Oxathiolan-5-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant research-grade standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.