Description

Acetic Acid, 2-[(Cyanomethyl)Thio]-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound featuring a cyano-substituted thioether side chain, making it a valuable synthon in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is prized for its dual functional groups, which allow it to act as a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing thioether and nitrile functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its molecular structure can be incorporated into active molecules.
• Chemical Research: Acts as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for creating complex heterocycles and functionalized esters.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis due to its potential coordinating sites.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated for use in the synthesis of monomers or additives for advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, 2-[(Cyanomethyl)Thio]-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	56795-98-3
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO2S
Molecular Weight	171.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-[(Cyanomethyl)thio]acetate; 2-[(Cyanomethyl)thio]acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Acetic acid, 2-[(cyanomethyl)thio]-, ethyl ester; Ethyl (cyanomethylthio)acetate; NSC 163045; Ethyl 2-(cyanomethylthio)acetate
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Quality Control

Our production of Acetic Acid, 2-[(Cyanomethyl)Thio]-, Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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