Description

Methoxydithioformic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized organosulfur compound with the CAS number 19708-81-7. This chemical is valued for its unique dithioester functional group, which makes it a versatile intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing sulfur heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the dithioester moiety is incorporated for biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a chain-transfer agent or monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of new organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Reagent: Functions as a reagent in organic transformations, such as thioacetalization and as a source of the methoxydithiocarbonyl group.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methoxydithioformic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	19708-81-7
Molecular Formula	C3H6OS2
Molecular Weight	122.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl methoxydithioformate; Methoxycarbonodithioic acid methyl ester; Methyl (methoxythioxomethyl) disulfide; Methoxy(thiocarbonothioyl) sulfanylmethane; S-Methyl O-methyl dithiocarbonate; Carbonodithioic acid, methoxy-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methoxydithioformic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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, 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 to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

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