Description

[[(Diethylamino)Thioxomethyl]Thio]Acetic Acid is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a unique thiocarbonylthioacetic acid structure with a diethylamino substituent. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and reagent in advanced synthetic chemistry, particularly for introducing sulfur-containing functional groups. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex molecules, developing novel catalysts, and synthesizing specialized ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring thioamide or dithiocarbamate motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sulfur-based functional group is critical for bioactivity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a chain transfer agent (CTA) or functional monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers and materials via controlled radical polymerization techniques.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chelating ligands used in metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic transformations and heterocyclic compound synthesis.
• Material Science: Employed in the surface functionalization of nanoparticles and the development of advanced materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	[[(Diethylamino)Thioxomethyl]Thio]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	5439-93-0
Molecular Formula	C7H13NO2S2
Molecular Weight	207.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[[(Diethylamino)thioxomethyl]thio]acetic acid; Acetic acid, [[(diethylamino)thioxomethyl]thio]-; N,N-Diethylcarbamothioylsulfanylacetic acid; (Diethylcarbamothioylthio)acetic acid; Carbamothioic acid, N,N-diethyl-, S-carboxymethyl ester; DTTA; Contact for additional trade names and identifiers.
EINECS	226-617-5

Quality Control

Our [[(Diethylamino)Thioxomethyl]Thio]Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles 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 a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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