Description

5-(Methylthio)-Valeronitrile, also known as 5-(Methylthio)-Pentanenitrile, 1-Cyano-4-(Methylthio)Butane, or 5-Methylthiopentanenitrile, is a versatile sulfur-containing nitrile intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitrile and a methylthioether functional group, makes it a valuable building block for the production of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

This nitrile intermediate serves as a key precursor in various synthetic pathways. Its primary and potential applications include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Synthesis of drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfur-containing heterocycles or specific side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity often imparted by sulfur atoms.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where specific nitrile transformations are required.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or precursor for polymers and advanced materials with specialized properties.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile reagent for cyanoalkylation reactions and as a starting material for producing thioethers, amines, and carboxylic acids via further chemical modification.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Methylthio)-Valeronitrile
CAS No.	59121-25-4
Molecular Formula	C6H11NS
Molecular Weight	129.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Methylthio)-Pentanenitrile; 1-Cyano-4-(Methylthio)Butane; 5-Methylthiopentanenitrile; 4-(Methylthio)butyl cyanide; Methyl 4-cyanobutyl sulfide; 5-(Methylmercapto)valeronitrile; NSC 334153
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Quality Control

Our 5-(Methylthio)-Valeronitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

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