Description

2-Piperazinemethanethiol, 1,4-Dimethyl- is a specialized heterocyclic building block featuring a piperazine core functionalized with a thiol group. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of sulfur-containing moieties and facilitating the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry and ligand synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in the synthesis of protease inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chelating agents and ligands for catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for creating new active ingredients in crop protection products.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Facilitates the synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for introducing thiol groups into polymer chains.
• Material Science: Employed in the surface functionalization of nanoparticles and other advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Piperazinemethanethiol, 1,4-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	221056-29-7
Molecular Formula	C7H16N2S
Molecular Weight	160.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dimethylpiperazine-2-methanethiol; 2-(Mercaptomethyl)-1,4-dimethylpiperazine; 1,4-Dimethyl-2-piperazinemethanethiol; (1,4-Dimethylpiperazin-2-yl)methanethiol; N,N'-Dimethyl-2-mercaptomethylpiperazine; 2-[(1,4-Dimethylpiperazin-2-yl)]methanethiol; 1,4-Dimethyl-2-(mercaptomethyl)piperazine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Piperazinemethanethiol, 1,4-Dimethyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be purged with inert gas after each opening to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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