Description

Methyl n-Octyl Sulfide is a high-purity organosulfur compound with the CAS registry number 3698-95-1. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique sulfur-containing functional group. It is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific sulfur-based moieties into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring thioether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sulfide group contributes to biological activity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating sulfur-containing aroma compounds, contributing to savory or roasted notes in complex flavor profiles.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the synthesis of novel polymers, functionalized surfaces, and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for nucleophilic substitution reactions and the introduction of alkylthio groups into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl n-Octyl Sulfide
CAS No.	3698-95-1
Molecular Formula	C₉H₂₀S
Molecular Weight	160.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Octyl Sulfide; n-Octyl Methyl Sulfide; 1-(Methylthio)octane; Octyl Methyl Sulfide; Methyl n-Octyl Thioether; Thiomethyl octane; 1-Methylthiooctane; (Octylsulfanyl)methane
EINECS	223-033-4

Quality Control

Our Methyl n-Octyl Sulfide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.840 - 0.850

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