Description

1-Acetyl-6,6-Dimethyl-3-(Methylthio)-4,5,6,7-Tetrahydrobenzo[C]Thiophen-4-One is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its complex heterocyclic structure. This compound is of significant commercial value for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its unique molecular scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for constructing more complex molecules in academic and industrial research settings.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential applications in the development of organic electronic materials due to its fused ring system.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in manufacturing processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Acetyl-6,6-Dimethyl-3-(Methylthio)-4,5,6,7-Tetrahydrobenzo[C]Thiophen-4-One
CAS No.	175202-49-0
Molecular Formula	C13H16O2S2
Molecular Weight	268.39 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Acetyl-6,6-dimethyl-3-(methylthio)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1-benzothiophen-4-one; 4H-1-Benzothiophen-4-one, 1-acetyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-6,6-dimethyl-3-(methylthio)-; 6,6-Dimethyl-3-methylsulfanyl-1-(1-oxoethyl)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1-benzothiophen-4-one; 175202-49-0; Tetrahydrobenzo[C]thiophen-4-one derivative
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Quality Control

Our 1-Acetyl-6,6-Dimethyl-3-(Methylthio)-4,5,6,7-Tetrahydrobenzo[C]Thiophen-4-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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