Description

2-Butanone, 3-Hydroxy-4-(Methylthio)- (9Ci) is a specialized sulfur-containing ketone derivative of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate, enabling the production of high-value molecules with specific stereochemistry. It is needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring sulfur or thioether functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating sulfur-containing flavor compounds and aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic reactions and asymmetric synthesis pathways.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butanone, 3-Hydroxy-4-(Methylthio)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	137946-06-6
Molecular Formula	C5H10O2S
Molecular Weight	134.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)-2-butanone; 4-(Methylthio)-3-hydroxy-2-butanone; 3-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butan-2-one; 3-Hydroxy-4-methylthiobutan-2-one; 3-Hydroxy-4-(methylmercapto)-2-butanone; HMTSB; 4-Methylthio-3-hydroxy-2-butanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Butanone, 3-Hydroxy-4-(Methylthio)- (9Ci) is produced under stringent quality management systems. We offer material suitable for research and development purposes, with typical purity levels meeting the requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request to ensure full traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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