Description

3-Thioxobutanethioic Acid S-tert-Butyl Ester is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thioester and a thiocarbonyl group, making it a valuable building block in synthetic organic chemistry. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and complex sulfur-containing molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of thiazole, thiadiazole, and other sulfur-containing heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage sulfur chemistry.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialized polymers and advanced materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of sulfur-based ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis.
• Chemical Research: A crucial reagent for method development and exploring new reactions in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Thioxobutanethioic Acid S-tert-Butyl Ester
CAS No.	20383-06-6
Molecular Formula	C8H14OS2
Molecular Weight	190.32 g/mol
Synonyms	S-tert-Butyl 3-thioxobutanethioate; 3-Oxobutanethioic acid S-(1,1-dimethylethyl) ester; Butanethioic acid, 3-thioxo-, S-(1,1-dimethylethyl) ester; tert-Butyl 3-mercapto-3-thioxopropanoate; 3-Thioxobutanethioic acid tert-butyl thioester; Acetylthioacetic acid S-tert-butyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Thioxobutanethioic Acid S-tert-Butyl Ester adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Every lot is fully characterized and tested against established specifications, which typically include identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material may be sensitive to moisture and prolonged exposure to air; consider storage under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to amber liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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