Description

2-Mercaptoethyl Heptanoate is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiol group and a heptanoate ester. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring sulfur-based functionalization or as a chain transfer agent.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs where a thiol or disulfide linkage is required.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a chain transfer agent (CTA) or modifier in radical polymerization processes to control molecular weight and introduce terminal functionality.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in the production of specialty rubbers, resins, and adhesives to introduce sulfur-based crosslinks, enhancing material properties.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive: Serves as a precursor for extreme pressure (EP) additives and anti-wear agents in advanced lubricant formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile building block for creating more complex thioesters, sulfides, and other organosulfur compounds in fine chemical production.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing sulfur-containing aroma compounds, given its specific ester-thiol profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercaptoethyl Heptanoate
CAS No.	22909-87-1
Molecular Formula	C9H18O2S
Molecular Weight	190.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercaptoethyl heptanoate; Heptanoic acid 2-mercaptoethyl ester; 2-Sulfanylethyl heptanoate; β-Mercaptoethyl heptanoate; 2-Hydroxyethyl mercaptan heptanoate ester; Enanthic acid 2-mercaptoethyl ester; NSC 3341; 2-Mercaptoethanol heptanoate ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Mercaptoethyl Heptanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of heat.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.460 - 1.470
Density (20°C)	0.98 - 1.02 g/mL

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