Description

2-Cyanopropan-2-Yl Benzodithioate CAS NO 201611-85-0 is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of dithioesters, recognized for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and a chain transfer agent in controlled polymerization processes. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable reagent for introducing specific functional groups and for mediating the synthesis of polymers with tailored molecular weights and architectures. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of advanced polymer chemistry, specialty materials development, and pharmaceutical synthesis who require precise control over molecular design.

Application

• Reversible Addition-Fragmentation Chain Transfer (RAFT) Agent: A critical component in RAFT polymerization for producing polymers with controlled molecular weight and low polydispersity.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Used in the development of block copolymers, star polymers, and other complex polymeric architectures for advanced material applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Surface Modification Agent: Facilitates the functionalization of surfaces and nanoparticles to impart specific chemical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Employed in organometallic chemistry and catalysis research.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new polymerization methodologies and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyanopropan-2-Yl Benzodithioate
CAS No.	201611-85-0
Molecular Formula	C11H11NS2
Molecular Weight	221.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-2-propyl benzodithioate; Benzodithioic acid, 2-cyano-2-propyl ester; 2-Cyano-2-propyl dithiobenzoate; CPDB; RAFT agent CPDB; 2-(Benzodithioyl)-2-methylpropionitrile; 2-Cyanoisopropyl dithiobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyanopropan-2-Yl Benzodithioate is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for sensitive polymerization and synthesis applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to rigorous in-house standards and can provide material tailored to meet specific research or production requirements.

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 compound is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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