Description

2,3,4,4-Tetramethyl-2-Cyclopentene-1-Thione is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a unique thiocarbonyl functional group within a substituted cyclopentene ring. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating new molecular entities with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting sulfur-containing bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the thiocarbonyl moiety can impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic semiconductors, photoresponsive materials, and polymers due to its electron-rich thioketone group.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized as an intermediate for synthesizing complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cycloaddition reactions and heteroatom chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,4-Tetramethyl-2-Cyclopentene-1-Thione
CAS No.	30221-54-6
Molecular Formula	C9H14S
Molecular Weight	154.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4,4-Tetramethyl-2-cyclopenten-1-thione; 2-Cyclopentene-1-thione, 2,3,4,4-tetramethyl-; 2,3,4,4-Tetramethylcyclopent-2-ene-1-thione; Tetramethylcyclopentenethione
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,3,4,4-Tetramethyl-2-Cyclopentene-1-Thione adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to amber liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98% (Premium Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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