Description

2-(Tripropylsilyl)Ethanethiol CAS NO 51725-05-4 is a specialized organosilicon thiol compound, serving as a versatile building block and surface modifier in advanced material synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a tripropylsilyl group linked to a thiol-terminated ethane chain, makes it a valuable reagent for introducing specific functional groups and enhancing material properties. This chemical is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, electronics, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise molecular design and surface engineering.

Application

• Surface Modification Agent: Used to functionalize metal, semiconductor, and nanoparticle surfaces to alter wettability, adhesion, or catalytic properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a chain transfer agent or cross-linking monomer in the synthesis of specialty silicones and thiol-ene polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring silicon-containing moieties.
• Self-Assembled Monolayers (SAMs): Employed in the creation of ordered molecular films on gold and other substrates for sensor and electronic device fabrication.
• Adhesion Promoter: Enhances the bond between organic polymers and inorganic surfaces in composite materials and coatings.
• Ligand for Catalysts: Used to prepare metal complexes and nanoparticles with tailored activity and stability for catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Tripropylsilyl)Ethanethiol
CAS No.	51725-05-4
Molecular Formula	C11H26SSi
Molecular Weight	218.48 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Tripropylsilyl)ethanethiol; (3-Tripropylsilyl)propane-1-thiol; Tripropylsilylethanethiol; 2-(Tri-n-propylsilyl)ethanethiol; Ethanethiol, 2-(tripropylsilyl)-; 1-Mercapto-2-tripropylsilylethane; (Tripropylsilyl)ethyl mercaptan
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Tripropylsilyl)Ethanethiol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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