Description

Propanethioic Acid S-Pentyl Ester is a sulfur-containing organic ester with a distinctive thioester functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance component due to its highly volatile nature. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a key component in creating fruity, tropical, or savory flavor profiles for food products and beverages, as well as in perfumery.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the pentylthio moiety into more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides where its specific carbon-sulfur chain is integral to the active ingredient's structure.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for studying thioester chemistry and developing novel synthetic methodologies.
• Specialty Solvent: Can act as a specialty solvent or reaction medium in specific organic transformations that benefit from its unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propanethioic Acid S-Pentyl Ester
CAS No.	2602-64-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16OS
Molecular Weight	160.28 g/mol
Synonyms	S-Pentyl thiopropanoate; Pentyl thiopropionate; Pentyl 3-thiopropanoate; 1-Pentyl thiopropanoate; Propionic acid, thio-, S-pentyl ester; Thiopropionic acid S-pentyl ester; Amyl thiopropionate
EINECS	220-013-6

Quality Control

Every batch of Propanethioic Acid S-Pentyl Ester is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for your applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous standards required by the flavor, fragrance, and fine chemical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.920 - 0.940

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