Description

Ethyl Ethanethioate is a specialized organosulfur compound with the CAS number 59094-77-8. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and reagent in advanced organic synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and organosulfur chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a precursor for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a modifier or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Used in the development of high-performance additives for industrial lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Ethanethioate
CAS No.	59094-77-8
Molecular Formula	C4H8OS
Molecular Weight	104.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Thioacetate; Thioacetic Acid S-Ethyl Ester; Ethanethioic Acid S-Ethyl Ester; S-Ethyl Thioacetate; Acetic Acid Thioethyl Ester; Ethylthioacetate; Ethyl Ethanethioate; Ethylsulfanylacetone (common misnomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Ethanethioate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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