Description

2-[(Methylthio)(3-Nitrophenylthio)Methylene]-Malononitrile is a specialized organic synthetic intermediate characterized by its unique thiomethylene and malononitrile functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic and sulfur-containing molecules. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with sulfur-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides with specific activity profiles.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry: Used in the construction of complex nitrogen and sulfur-containing heterocycles for various research applications.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials and non-linear optical (NLO) compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized probes and labeling agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in method development and exploratory synthesis for new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(Methylthio)(3-Nitrophenylthio)Methylene]-Malononitrile
CAS No.	214330-83-3
Molecular Formula	C11H7N3O2S2
Molecular Weight	277.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Methylsulfanyl)(3-nitrophenyl)sulfanyl]methylidene]propanedinitrile; 2-[(Methylthio)(3-nitrophenylthio)methylene]malononitrile; Propanedinitrile, 2-[(methylthio)(3-nitrophenylthio)methylene]-; (Methylthio)(3-nitrophenylthio)methylene malononitrile; 3-Nitrophenyl methyl dithiomethylene malononitrile; MTNPM-Malononitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(Methylthio)(3-Nitrophenylthio)Methylene]-Malononitrile is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development purposes. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.