Description

(Butylthio)Acetic Acid CAS NO 20600-61-7 is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thioether-linked butyl group to an acetic acid moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams for applications requiring the introduction of a butylthio functional group.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce sulfur-containing side chains into polymers, altering their physical and chemical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing sulfur-containing aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Butylthio)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	20600-61-7
Molecular Formula	C6H12O2S
Molecular Weight	148.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Butylthio)acetic Acid; Butylthioacetic Acid; 2-Butylsulfanylacetic Acid; Acetic Acid, (Butylthio)-; 4-Thiaoctanoic Acid; NSC 403697; Butylmercaptoacetic Acid; (Butylsulfanyl)acetic Acid
EINECS	243-921-6

Quality Control

Our (Butylthio)Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.