Description

2-Bromoethyl Ethyl Sulfide is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring both a sulfide and a bromoethyl functional group, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key building block for the preparation of more complex sulfur-containing molecules, including ligands, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials. This compound is particularly relevant for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce sulfur-based functionalities into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates containing thioether or sulfonium moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sulfur bridge enhances biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized sulfur-donor ligands used in coordination chemistry and homogeneous catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating sulfur-functionalized polymers or specialty chemicals.
• Material Science: Utilized in the synthesis of monomers or additives for polymers with specific properties like refractive index modification or metal adhesion.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromoethyl Ethyl Sulfide
CAS No.	35420-95-2
Molecular Formula	C4H9BrS
Molecular Weight	169.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Bromoethyl Sulfide; (2-Bromoethyl) Ethyl Sulfide; 1-Bromo-2-(ethylthio)ethane; 2-Bromoethyl Ethyl Thioether; Ethyl(2-bromoethyl) Sulfide; NSC 154104; Bromoethyl Ethyl Sulfide; 2-(Ethylthio)ethyl Bromide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromoethyl Ethyl Sulfide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP requirements for pharmaceutical intermediates, and we comply with relevant global regulatory frameworks including REACH.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 3.0%

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