Description

2-Cyano-2-Hexylbenzodithiolate is a specialized organic sulfur compound featuring a cyano group and a hexyl chain, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique benzodithiolate structure makes it a valuable ligand and building block for the development of functional materials and catalysts. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring complex sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the benzodithiolate moiety can contribute to unique biological activity.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated ligand for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers and charge-transport layers, due to its electron-rich dithiolate system.
• Chemical Research: A versatile building block for organic chemists exploring new reaction methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-2-Hexylbenzodithiolate
CAS No.	1858249-76-9
Molecular Formula	C14H17NS2
Molecular Weight	263.42 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexyl-2-cyanobenzodithiolate; Benzodithiolate, 2-cyano-2-hexyl-; 2-Cyano-2-hexyl-1,3-benzodithiole; 2-Cyano-2-hexylbenzo[d][1,3]dithiole; 2-Hexyl-2-cyanobenzo[d][1,3]dithiole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyano-2-Hexylbenzodithiolate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.