Description

Methyl 4-Isothiocyanatobutanoate is a versatile bifunctional organic compound containing both an isothiocyanate group and an ester moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development teams, as well as in advanced material science applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring thiourea or thiazolidinone scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the reactivity of the isothiocyanate group.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The isothiocyanate group readily reacts with amines, making this compound useful for labeling proteins, peptides, and other biomolecules in life science research.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with specific functional properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a versatile reagent for heterocyclic synthesis and the introduction of sulfur-containing functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Isothiocyanatobutanoate
CAS No.	62210-26-8
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO2S
Molecular Weight	159.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-isothiocyanatobutyrate; 4-Isothiocyanatobutanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl γ-Isothiocyanatobutyrate; Butanoic acid, 4-isothiocyanato-, methyl ester; NSC 334906; Methyl 4-isothiocyanato-butanoate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Isothiocyanatobutanoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed when not in use and stored away from heat and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.