Description

8-Thiabicyclo[5.1.0]Octane is a specialized sulfur-containing bicyclic organic compound with the CAS number 53907-79-2. This heterocyclic building block is valued for its unique strained-ring structure, which makes it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its sulfur heterocycle.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating novel ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for developing polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool compound for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including ring-opening and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Thiabicyclo[5.1.0]Octane
CAS No.	53907-79-2
Molecular Formula	C7H12S
Molecular Weight	128.23 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Thiabicyclo[5.1.0]octane; Bicyclo[5.1.0]octane, 8-thia-; 1-Thiaspiro[2.5]octane; Thiirane, 2-(1-cyclopenten-1-yl)-, homopolymer; 2-(1-Cyclopenten-1-yl)thiirane homopolymer
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Quality Control

Every batch of 8-Thiabicyclo[5.1.0]Octane is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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 area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be kept sealed and allowed to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.