Description

2-Pentanone, 3-[(Methylthio)Methylene]- (9Ci) is a specialized organic sulfur compound featuring a unique methylthiomethylene functional group attached to a pentanone backbone. This structural motif makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical sectors for creating molecules with specific biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing sulfur heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with tailored activity profiles.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic ligands, monomers, or precursors for advanced polymers and functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic reactions and methodologies.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds, subject to appropriate purity grades and regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentanone, 3-[(Methylthio)Methylene]- (9Ci)
CAS No.	176646-21-2
Molecular Formula	C7H12OS
Molecular Weight	144.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(Methylthio)methylene]pentan-2-one; 3-(Methylthiomethylene)pentan-2-one; 2-Pentanone, 3-[(methylthio)methylene]-; 176646-21-2; 3-Methylthiomethylenepentan-2-one; (E)-3-[(Methylthio)methylene]pentan-2-one; (Z)-3-[(Methylthio)methylene]pentan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pentanone, 3-[(Methylthio)Methylene]- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by GC/HPLC), identity (IR/NMR), and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 97.0%

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