Description

cis-2-(1-Mercapto-1-Methylethyl)-5-Methylcyclohexan-1-One is a specialized organic sulfur compound featuring a unique mercaptan group attached to a methylcyclohexanone backbone. This structure makes it a valuable chiral intermediate and building block for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in advanced organic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in projects requiring thiol chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can contribute to specific biological activity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing sulfur-containing aroma chemicals, contributing to savory, roasted, or tropical notes in high-value fragrance compositions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry for creating novel chiral ligands or catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-2-(1-Mercapto-1-Methylethyl)-5-Methylcyclohexan-1-One
CAS No.	33284-96-7
Molecular Formula	C10H18OS
Molecular Weight	186.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(1-Mercapto-1-methylethyl)]-5-methylcyclohexanone; 5-Methyl-2-(2-sulfanylpropan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-one; 8-Mercapto-p-menthan-3-one; cis-8-Mercapto-p-menthan-3-one; Thiomenthone; 1-p-Menthen-8-thiol-3-one; (1R,2S,5R)-2-(1-Mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methylcyclohexanone (for specific stereoisomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our cis-2-(1-Mercapto-1-Methylethyl)-5-Methylcyclohexan-1-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider refrigeration at 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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