Description

Mercaptoacetone Oxime is a specialized organic sulfur-nitrogen compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a thiol and an oxime functional group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Chemical Research & Development: Versatile reagent in organic synthesis for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce sulfur-containing functional groups into polymers to alter properties like adhesion, elasticity, or thermal stability.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal ion sequestration and catalysis.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in formulating specialty resins and coatings that require specific curing mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mercaptoacetone Oxime
CAS No.	175137-00-5
Molecular Formula	C3H7NOS
Molecular Weight	105.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Mercapto-2-propanone oxime; 2-Propanone, 1-mercapto-, oxime; Acetone, mercapto-, oxime; 3-Mercapto-2-butanone oxime; 3-Thiabutan-2-one oxime; Thioglycolic acid acetone oxime; Mercaptoacetoxime
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Quality Control

Our Mercaptoacetone Oxime is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full transparency and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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