Description

3-[(4-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)Oxy]-1-Propanethiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiol functional group linked via a propanol spacer to a bulky tert-butylcyclohexyl ether moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and functional additives, particularly where controlled reactivity and steric hindrance are required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications ranging from ligand synthesis to polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, where the thiol group can serve as a reactive handle or a protective group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for creating novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific steric and electronic properties.
• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: Employed to introduce thiol functional groups into polymer chains for subsequent cross-linking, grafting, or to impart specific material properties like adhesion or elasticity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation for industrial chemical processes.
• Surface Functionalization: Used to modify the surface properties of materials (e.g., nanoparticles, glass, metals) through thiol-based chemistry for improved compatibility or functionality.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Can be utilized in the synthesis of complex sulfur-containing aroma chemicals, contributing to unique scent profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(4-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)Oxy]-1-Propanethiol
CAS No.	24699-80-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₆O₂S
Molecular Weight	246.41 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(4-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)oxy]propane-1-thiol; 1-Propanethiol, 3-[(4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)cyclohexyl)oxy]-; 3-(4-tert-Butylcyclohexyloxy)propyl mercaptan; 4-tert-Butylcyclohexyl 3-mercaptopropyl ether; 3-(p-tert-Butylcyclohexyloxy)propane-1-thiol; 3-(4-tert-Butylcyclohexyloxy)-1-propanethiol; (4-tert-Butylcyclohexyl) 3-mercaptopropyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 3-[(4-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)Oxy]-1-Propanethiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation and light, prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

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