Description

Hexylvinyl Sulfide is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a vinyl group and a hexyl chain, making it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring a reactive thioether precursor for creating custom ligands, functional polymers, and complex molecular architectures. It is particularly relevant for the development of novel materials in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• As a key monomer or chain transfer agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional resins.
• As a versatile intermediate in pharmaceutical research for developing new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• In agrochemical synthesis for creating novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• As a ligand precursor in organometallic chemistry and catalysis.
• For the functionalization of surfaces and materials to impart specific chemical properties.
• In flavor and fragrance chemistry as a building block for complex sulfur-containing aroma molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexylvinyl Sulfide
CAS No.	18888-20-5
Molecular Formula	C8H16S
Molecular Weight	144.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Ethenylthio)hexane; Vinyl hexyl sulfide; Hexyl vinyl thioether; 1-Hexylthioethene; (Vinylthio)hexane; 1-Vinylthiohexane; EINECS 242-657-3
EINECS	242-657-3

Quality Control

Our Hexylvinyl Sulfide is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or amber glass until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.86 - 0.88
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480

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