Description

Thiirane, 3-Methyl-2-(1-Methylethyl)-2-(Methylthio)-, trans- (9Ci) is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiirane (episulfide) ring, a key structural motif for introducing sulfur into complex molecules. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile sulfur-containing building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfur heterocycles for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the thiirane moiety can impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a cross-linking agent or comonomer to introduce sulfur functionalities into polymers, altering their physical and chemical properties.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of new organic electronic materials, coatings, and adhesives with tailored performance characteristics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Functions as a reactive handle for labeling or modifying biomolecules in proteomics and chemical biology research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiirane, 3-Methyl-2-(1-Methylethyl)-2-(Methylthio)-, trans- (9Ci)
CAS No.	50406-71-8
Molecular Formula	C7H14S2
Molecular Weight	162.32 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-3-Methyl-2-isopropyl-2-(methylthio)thiirane; 2-Isopropyl-3-methyl-2-(methylthio)oxirane (misnomer for thiirane analog); 2-(1-Methylethyl)-3-methyl-2-(methylthio)thiirane; Thiirane, 2-(1-methylethyl)-3-methyl-2-(methylthio)-, trans-; Episulfide derivative of 2-isopropyl-3-methyl-2-(methylthio)oxirane; Sulfur analog of a substituted oxirane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Thiirane, 3-Methyl-2-(1-Methylethyl)-2-(Methylthio)-, trans- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation (if chiral)	Contact for details

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