Description

5-[(tert-Butylsulfanyl)Methylene]-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane-4,6-Dione is a specialized sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound that serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a reactive methylene group adjacent to a dioxanedione core, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides requiring specific sulfur-containing motifs.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent for cyclization reactions and the introduction of tert-butylsulfanyl functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Potential precursor for specialty polymers or ligands in catalytic systems.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful in creating molecular probes for studying enzyme interactions and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-[(tert-Butylsulfanyl)Methylene]-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane-4,6-Dione
CAS No.	477866-60-7
Molecular Formula	C11H16O4S
Molecular Weight	244.31 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(tert-Butylthio)methylene]-2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione; 2,2-Dimethyl-5-[(2-methyl-2-propanethio)methylene]-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione; Meldrum's acid tert-butylthio methylene derivative; tert-Butylsulfanylmethylidene Meldrum's acid; TBMMeldrum's acid; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-[(tert-Butylsulfanyl)Methylene]-2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Dioxane-4,6-Dione adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP starting material requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the potential sensitivity of the functional groups, prolonged exposure to air and moisture should be minimized.

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.