Description

Ammonium Thioacetate is an important organosulfur compound and a versatile reagent in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a convenient source of the thioacetate anion, facilitating the introduction of sulfur-containing functional groups. This makes it a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of thioamides, thioureas, and other sulfur-containing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require sulfur-based functional groups for bioactivity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a chain-transfer agent or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various reactions, including thioacetylation, to protect amines or as a precursor to other sulfur nucleophiles.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel materials, such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts with sulfur ligands.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing certain sulfur-containing aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Thioacetate
CAS No.	59094-65-4
Molecular Formula	C2H7NOS
Molecular Weight	93.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Thioacetic acid ammonium salt; Ammonium thioacetate; Ethanethioic acid, ammonium salt; Acetanide, thio-, ammonium salt; Ammonium mercaptoacetate (common name); ATA
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Quality Control

Our Ammonium Thioacetate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, NMR, and titration, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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