Description

Thiosulfuric Acid S-[2-(2-Methyl-5-Nitro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Ethyl]o-Sodium Salt is a specialized nitroimidazole derivative with a thiosulfate functional group, offering unique reactivity for targeted synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical agents and research chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for creating novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel nitroimidazole-based drugs, particularly for antimicrobial and antiparasitic applications.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for medicinal chemistry programs and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of new crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The thiosulfate group can be utilized for specific conjugation reactions in probe and linker development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiosulfuric Acid S-[2-(2-Methyl-5-Nitro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Ethyl]o-Sodium Salt
CAS No.	55271-84-6
Molecular Formula	C6H8N3NaO5S2
Molecular Weight	289.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium S-[2-(2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl] thiosulfate; 1-(2-Thiosulfatoethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole Sodium Salt; 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1-(2-thiosulfatoethyl)imidazole Sodium Salt; Metronidazole Thiosulfate Ester Sodium Salt; NSC 339539; Thiosulfuric Acid Mono-[2-(2-methyl-5-nitro-imidazol-1-yl)-ethyl] Ester Sodium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Thiosulfuric Acid S-[2-(2-Methyl-5-Nitro-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Ethyl]o-Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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