Description

Dodecanethioic Acid, Anhydrosulfide is a specialized organosulfur compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique reactivity, particularly in the formation of thioester bonds and as a precursor for functional materials. It serves critical roles for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to incorporate specific sulfur functionalities into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing thioester or dithioester groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage sulfur chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a chain-transfer agent or functional monomer in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing sulfur-based ligands used in metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and organic electronic materials.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing sulfur-containing aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecanethioic Acid, Anhydrosulfide
CAS No.	19659-64-4
Molecular Formula	C12H24OS2
Molecular Weight	248.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecanethioic Acid S-Anhydride; Lauric Thioanhydride; Dodecanethioic Anhydrosulfide; Lauric Thioacid Anhydride; Dodecyl Thioanhydride; 1-Dodecanethioic Acid, Anhydrosulfide; Thioperoxy dodecanoic acid cyclic anhydride; Peroxydithiododecanoic acid cyclic anhydride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dodecanethioic Acid, Anhydrosulfide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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