Description

2-Chloroethyl Butyl Sulfide is a specialized organosulfur compound with a unique bifunctional structure, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role in facilitating the introduction of both sulfide and chloroalkyl functionalities into target molecules, enabling the creation of complex chemical architectures. Industries such as agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and materials science need it for developing novel active ingredients, ligands, and functional polymers.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides.
• Building block for pharmaceutical research, particularly in developing sulfur-containing drug candidates and prodrugs.
• Precursor for specialty chemicals and functional materials, such as corrosion inhibitors and polymer modifiers.
• Used in organic synthesis as a versatile reagent for introducing sulfide-linked alkyl chains.
• Intermediate for the preparation of flavor and fragrance compounds with sulfur notes.
• Research chemical in academic and industrial laboratories for studying thioether chemistry and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloroethyl Butyl Sulfide
CAS No.	4303-40-6
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₃ClS
Molecular Weight	152.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl 2-Chloroethyl Sulfide; 1-Chloro-2-(butylthio)ethane; 2-(Butylthio)ethyl Chloride; NSC 154164; (2-Chloroethyl) butyl sulfide; Butyl(2-chloroethyl) sulfide; 2-Chloroethyl butyl thioether
EINECS	224-327-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloroethyl Butyl Sulfide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity and meet defined specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, strong bases, and sources of ignition. Due to the presence of a chloroalkyl group, it is recommended to handle and store this material in accordance with good laboratory practices for halogenated compounds.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.480 - 1.490
Density (20°C)	1.00 - 1.05 g/mL

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