Description

1,4,8,11,15,18-Hexathiacyclohenicosane is a macrocyclic thioether compound, also known as a thiacrown ether, characterized by its specific sulfur-containing ring structure. This compound is valued for its strong and selective binding affinity for soft metal ions, particularly those of transition and heavy metals, making it a crucial ligand in coordination chemistry and separation science. It is primarily utilized by researchers and industrial chemists in fields such as catalysis, metal ion extraction, sensor development, and advanced materials synthesis.

Application

• Coordination Chemistry & Catalyst Design: Acts as a sophisticated ligand to stabilize metal complexes for homogeneous catalysis and organometallic research.
• Metal Ion Separation & Extraction: Employed in solvent extraction processes for the selective recovery and purification of precious or heavy metals like silver, palladium, or mercury from complex matrices.
• Chemical Sensing: Serves as an ionophore in the development of ion-selective electrodes (ISEs) and optical sensors for detecting specific metal cations.
• Materials Science: Used in the synthesis of functional materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and supramolecular assemblies with tailored properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a complexing agent in chromatographic separations or as a masking agent in analytical procedures to improve selectivity.
• Fundamental Research: A key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying host-guest chemistry, molecular recognition, and supramolecular interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4,8,11,15,18-Hexathiacyclohenicosane
CAS No.	51540-11-5
Molecular Formula	C15H30S6
Molecular Weight	402.78 g/mol
Synonyms	21-Thia-4,8,11,15,18-pentathiabicyclo[14.3.1]henicosa-1(20),16,18-triene; 1,4,8,11,15,18-Hexathiacyclohenicosane; [21]aneS6; 1,4,8,11,15,18-Hexathia[21]annulene; Hexathia[21]annulene; Thiacrown Ether-6; 21S6 Crown Ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4,8,11,15,18-Hexathiacyclohenicosane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

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

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