Description

3,3,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,4,5-Tetrathiane is a unique organosulfur compound featuring a cyclic tetrathiane core, which is of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. Its value lies in its role as a versatile sulfur-containing building block and ligand precursor, enabling the development of novel catalysts and functional materials. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require high-purity heterocyclic intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting sulfur-dependent biological pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare specialized sulfur-donor ligands for transition metal catalysis in fine chemical production.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or comonomer to introduce sulfur functionalities into specialty polymers, enhancing properties like thermal stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new pesticides and herbicides where the tetrathiane structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the creation of organic semiconductors and other electronic materials due to its electron-rich sulfur ring.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Provides a rigid, sulfur-based scaffold for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,4,5-Tetrathiane
CAS No.	4475-72-3
Molecular Formula	C8H16S4
Molecular Weight	240.46 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,4,5-tetrathian; 1,2,4,5-Tetrathiane, 3,3,6,6-tetramethyl-; Tetramethyltetrathiane; 3,3,6,6-Tetramethyl-s-tetrathiane; 1,2,4,5-Tetrathiepane, 3,3,6,6-tetramethyl-; 3,3,6,6-Tetramethylperhydro-1,2,4,5-tetrathiin
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Quality Control

Our 3,3,6,6-Tetramethyl-1,2,4,5-Tetrathiane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (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.