Description

2,6-Diketo-4-Thia-15-Crown-5 is a specialized crown ether derivative featuring a sulfur atom and two ketone groups within its macrocyclic ring structure. This unique molecular architecture provides selective binding properties for specific metal cations, making it a valuable tool in advanced chemical synthesis and separation science. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and materials science industries for applications requiring precise molecular recognition or phase-transfer catalysis.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, particularly useful in organic synthesis and industrial chemical manufacturing.
• Metal Ion Complexation & Separation: Acts as a selective host molecule for the extraction, purification, or sensing of specific alkali and alkaline earth metal ions in analytical and process chemistry.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Serves as a key recognition element in the design of ion-selective electrodes (ISEs) and optical chemosensors.
• Polymer & Materials Modification: Incorporated into polymers or surfaces to impart ion-binding capabilities for advanced material applications.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used as a model compound in supramolecular chemistry studies and for developing new catalytic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Employed in the synthesis of complex molecules where selective cation control is critical.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Diketo-4-Thia-15-Crown-5
CAS No.	63689-63-4
Molecular Formula	C10H16O4S
Molecular Weight	232.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Thia-15-crown-5-2,6-dione; 2,6-Dioxo-4-thia-15-crown-5; 1,4,7,10-Tetraoxa-13-thiacyclopentadecane-2,6-dione; 13-Thia-1,4,7,10-tetraoxacyclopentadecane-2,6-dione; Thiacrown Ether Diketone Derivative; Diketothiacrown Ether; Sulfur-containing Crown Ether Dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Diketo-4-Thia-15-Crown-5 is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is supplied with each shipment and is 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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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