Description

N,n-Dimethyl-n-(Methylsulfanylmethylene)Ammonium Iodide is a specialized quaternary ammonium salt with a reactive methylenethio group, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a synthon for introducing dimethylamino and thiomethyl functionalities, facilitating the construction of complex heterocycles and sulfur-containing molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing sulfur heterocycles or quaternary ammonium moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where specific sulfur-based functional groups are required for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, ionic liquids, or functional materials that incorporate cationic and sulfur-based components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Potential use in synthesizing labeled compounds or probes for studying biological mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Dimethyl-n-(Methylsulfanylmethylene)Ammonium Iodide
CAS No.	29085-13-0
Molecular Formula	C5H12INS
Molecular Weight	245.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl(methylsulfanylmethylene)ammonium iodide; (Methylsulfanylmethylene)dimethylammonium iodide; N,N-Dimethyl(methylthio)methyleneammonium iodide; (Dimethylamino)(methylthio)methylene Iodide; NSC 163063; (Methylthio)methylene dimethylammonium iodide; (Methylthio)methylenedimethylammonium iodide
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Quality Control

Every batch of N,n-Dimethyl-n-(Methylsulfanylmethylene)Ammonium Iodide is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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