Description

4,5-Bis(Methylthio)-1,3-Dithiol-2-One is a specialized sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound, also known by its CAS number 61485-46-9. This organosulfur building block is valued for its unique electronic properties and reactivity, making it a critical intermediate in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and materials science industries for developing novel compounds with specific functional characteristics.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its sulfur-rich structure for bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block in medicinal chemistry for the development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or requiring specific redox properties.
• Organic Electronics: Acts as a precursor for conductive polymers and organic semiconductors, where its dithiolethione core contributes to charge transport properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in coordination chemistry to create complexing agents and catalysts for various organic transformations.
• Material Science: Utilized in the research and development of advanced polymeric materials and functional coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Bis(Methylthio)-1,3-Dithiol-2-One
CAS No.	61485-46-9
Molecular Formula	C5H6OS4
Molecular Weight	210.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Bis(methylthio)-1,3-dithiole-2-one; 1,3-Dithiole-2-one, 4,5-bis(methylthio)-; 4,5-Dimethylthio-1,3-dithiol-2-one; BMDTO; 4,5-Bis(methylmercapto)-1,3-dithiol-2-one; 4,5-Bis(methylsulfanyl)-1,3-dithiol-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Bis(Methylthio)-1,3-Dithiol-2-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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