Description

2-(tert-Butylthio)Ethanol is a versatile sulfur-containing alcohol with a unique tert-butylthio functional group. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a reactive hydroxyl group adjacent to a sterically hindered sulfide. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical sectors for the synthesis of novel compounds, including potential drug candidates and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring sulfur-containing moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the tert-butylthio group imparts specific biological activity or stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or chain transfer agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives with modified properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing complex sulfur-containing aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitutions and as a protecting group precursor in multi-step syntheses.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(tert-Butylthio)Ethanol
CAS No.	5396-50-9
Molecular Formula	C6H14OS
Molecular Weight	134.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(tert-Butylthio)ethanol; 2-(tert-Butylsulfanyl)ethanol; 2-(tert-Butylmercapto)ethanol; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethylthio)ethanol; 2-Hydroxyethyl tert-butyl sulfide; Ethanol, 2-[(1,1-dimethylethyl)thio]-; NSC 403697; tert-Butyl 2-hydroxyethyl sulfide
EINECS	226-394-1

Quality Control

Our 2-(tert-Butylthio)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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