Description

3-[1-(2-Carboxyethylsulfanyl)Cyclohexyl]Sulfanylpropanoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclohexyl core with two carboxylic acid-terminated thioether arms, making it a valuable multi-functional intermediate. This structure is critical for applications requiring precise molecular scaffolding and controlled reactivity, particularly in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and polymer sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring specific sulfur-containing functional groups.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings, imparting specific chemical resistance or mechanical properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry, facilitating various organic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in R&D for creating novel organic frameworks, dendrimers, and other advanced functional materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a versatile intermediate for introducing the 1,2-dithiane or dicarboxylic acid moiety into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[1-(2-Carboxyethylsulfanyl)Cyclohexyl]Sulfanylpropanoic Acid
CAS No.	4265-55-8
Molecular Formula	C12H20O4S2
Molecular Weight	292.41 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Bis(2-carboxyethylthio)cyclohexane; 1,1-Cyclohexanebis(thio)diacetic Acid; 3,3'-(Cyclohexane-1,1-diylbis(sulfanediyl))dipropanoic Acid; NSC 163063; 1,1-Bis(2-carboxyethylsulfanyl)cyclohexane; 3,3'-(1,1-Cyclohexanediylbis(thio))bispropanoic Acid; Diethyl 1,1-cyclohexanebis(thio)diacetate (related ester)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-[1-(2-Carboxyethylsulfanyl)Cyclohexyl]Sulfanylpropanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure compliance with exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and product integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, prolonged storage under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen is recommended for optimal long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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