Description

Ethyl 3-((2-Methoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Thio)Propanoate is a specialized sulfur-containing ester with a unique molecular scaffold. This compound is valued as a versatile synthetic intermediate, particularly in the construction of complex molecules for advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring the introduction of functionalized thioether and ester groups.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing sulfur heterocycles or thioether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive ester and thioether functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer backbones to alter material properties like adhesion, solubility, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Provides a protected or activated form of a 3-thiopropanoic acid derivative for use in multi-step synthetic sequences.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds, subject to appropriate purity grades and regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-((2-Methoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Thio)Propanoate
CAS No.	109483-00-3
Molecular Formula	C8H14O4S
Molecular Weight	206.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-[(2-Methoxy-2-oxoethyl)thio]propanoate; 3-[(2-Methoxy-2-oxoethyl)thio]propanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-(Carboxymethylthio)propionate; Ethyl 3-((Methoxycarbonylmethyl)thio)propionate; NSC 332491; Propanoic acid, 3-[(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)thio]-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Ethyl 3-((2-Methoxy-2-Oxoethyl)Thio)Propanoate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.