Description

Methylpropyl Selenide is an organoselenium compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. Its unique structure makes it a valuable precursor for introducing selenium-containing functional groups into complex molecules. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors who require high-purity selenium reagents for process development and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel selenium-containing drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage selenium's biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a precursor for the deposition of thin-film semiconductors (e.g., CIGS solar cells) and other advanced electronic materials.
• Catalyst and Ligand Development: Employed in the research and production of organoselenium catalysts and ligands for organic transformations.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organoselenium chemistry and reaction pathways.
• Nutritional Supplement Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of specific organoselenium compounds for nutritional and biochemical research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylpropyl Selenide
CAS No.	55021-76-6
Molecular Formula	C4H10Se
Molecular Weight	137.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Propyl Selenide; (Methylselanyl)propane; Propyl Methyl Selenide; 1-Methylselanylpropane; Selenium, methylpropyl-; Methyl n-propyl selenide; NSC 664017
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methylpropyl Selenide is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Contact for details
Specific Gravity	Contact for details

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