Description

Tris(Methylthio)Methane is a versatile sulfur-containing organic compound with the CAS number 5418-86-0, serving as a valuable building block and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring three methylthio groups, makes it a critical precursor for introducing sulfur functionalities and constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring thioacetal or sulfur-incorporated heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating novel fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides that leverage sulfur chemistry for enhanced activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of sulfur-based ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile reagent for carbon-sulfur bond formation, protecting group chemistry, and the preparation of complex natural product analogs.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Utilized in the controlled synthesis of sulfur-containing aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(Methylthio)Methane
CAS No.	5418-86-0
Molecular Formula	C4H10S3
Molecular Weight	154.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Methane, tris(methylthio)-; Tris(methylmercapto)methane; (Methylsulfanylmethylsulfanyl)methanethiol; Trimethyltrithioorthoformate; 1,1,1-Tris(methylthio)methane; Orthoformic acid trimethyl trithioester; NSC 403124
EINECS	226-548-7

Quality Control

Our Tris(Methylthio)Methane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

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.