Description

Thiocyanic Acid Trichloromethyl Ester is a specialized organic sulfur compound with the CAS number 20233-04-9. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and reagent in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique thiocyanate and trichloromethyl functional groups. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reagent in medicinal chemistry for constructing sulfur-containing heterocycles and other pharmacologically active scaffolds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an electrophilic thiocyanation agent or a source of the -SCN group in various organic transformations.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the modification of polymers or as a monomer precursor for specialty materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain sulfur-based colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiocyanic Acid Trichloromethyl Ester
CAS No.	20233-04-9
Molecular Formula	C2Cl3NOS
Molecular Weight	192.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Trichloromethyl Thiocyanate; Perchloromethyl Mercaptan; Trichloromethyl Sulfocyanate; Thiocyanic Acid, Trichloromethyl Ester; Trichloromethane Thioisocyanate; Trichloromethyl Isothiocyanate; Trichloromethyl Sulfur Cyanide; Carbonotrithioic Acid, Trichloromethyl Ester
EINECS	243-667-7

Quality Control

Our production of Thiocyanic Acid Trichloromethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 bases, amines, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maintain stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture ingress and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	1.60 - 1.65 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.540 - 1.550

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