Description

2-Butanone, 1-Chloro-4-(Ethylthio)- is a specialized organosulfur and organochlorine compound, serving as a valuable bifunctional chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both a chloro and an ethylthio substituent on a butanone backbone, makes it a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized in the research and development of advanced materials, including liquid crystals, agrochemicals, and pharmaceutical active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive chloro and thioether groups.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a sophisticated building block for constructing heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in medicinal chemistry.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific properties into polymer chains.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for complex organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butanone, 1-Chloro-4-(Ethylthio)-
CAS No.	54487-64-8
Molecular Formula	C6H11ClOS
Molecular Weight	166.67 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-(ethylthio)butan-2-one; 4-Chloro-1-(ethylthio)butan-2-one; 1-Chloro-4-ethylsulfanylbutan-2-one; 2-Butanone, 1-chloro-4-(ethylthio)-; Butan-2-one, 1-chloro-4-(ethylthio)-; 4-(Ethylthio)-1-chlorobutan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butanone, 1-Chloro-4-(Ethylthio)- is produced under stringent quality management systems. 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, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. Containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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