Description

Potassium 4-Oxo-2-Thioxothiazolidin-3-Ethanesulphonate is a specialized organosulfur compound with a unique heterocyclic structure, serving as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive thioxo and sulphonate functional groups, which enable its use in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel thiazolidinone-based drug candidates, particularly for anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a sulfur-containing heterocyclic core.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for synthesizing functional polymers, ligands for metal complexes, or corrosion inhibitors due to its sulphonate group.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Can be utilized in the synthesis of sulfur-containing dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 4-Oxo-2-Thioxothiazolidin-3-Ethanesulphonate
CAS No.	61681-02-5
Molecular Formula	C5H6KNO4S3
Molecular Weight	279.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 2-sulfoethyl rhodaninate; 3-(2-Sulfoethyl)-2-thioxo-4-thiazolidinone potassium salt; 2-Thioxo-4-oxo-3-thiazolidineethanesulfonic acid potassium salt; Rhodanine-3-ethanesulfonic acid potassium salt; Potassium 3-(2-sulfoethyl)-2-thioxo-4-thiazolidinonate; 4-Oxo-2-thioxo-3-thiazolidineethanesulfonic acid potassium salt; K-RTES
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Quality Control

Our Potassium 4-Oxo-2-Thioxothiazolidin-3-Ethanesulphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced chemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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