Description

8-Methoxy-4-Decanethiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a methoxy group and a thiol functionality on a medium-chain hydrocarbon backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules and modifying material surfaces. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce specific sulfur-based reactivity or modify lipophilicity in their products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where the thiol and methoxy groups serve as key handles for further chemical modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its sulfur moiety for biological activity.
• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: Employed to introduce thiol groups into polymer chains for vulcanization, cross-linking, or to create thiol-ene click chemistry networks in advanced materials.
• Ligand Precursor for Catalysis: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Surface Functionalization: Used to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on gold or other metal surfaces for sensor development and nanotechnology applications.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: A potential intermediate for creating sulfur-containing compounds that contribute to savory or roasted notes in flavors and fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methoxy-4-Decanethiol
CAS No.	56009-25-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₄OS
Molecular Weight	204.37 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Decanethiol, 8-methoxy-; 8-Methoxydecan-4-thiol; 1-Methoxy-7-(2-mercaptoethyl)heptane; 4-Mercapto-8-methoxydecane
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Quality Control

Our 8-Methoxy-4-Decanethiol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and prolong shelf life. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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