Description

Ethanethioic Acid, S-[5-(Dimethylamino)-5-Thioxopentyl] Ester is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a unique thioester and dimethylamino-thioxopentyl functional group. This molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily sought after by professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise chemical modification and functional group transfer.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its sulfur-containing moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for introducing thioester and amine functionalities into target molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in creating functionalized polymers or surface-modifying agents with specific chemical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethanethioic Acid, S-[5-(Dimethylamino)-5-Thioxopentyl] Ester
CAS No.	63881-65-2
Molecular Formula	C9H17NOS2
Molecular Weight	219.37 g/mol
Synonyms	S-[5-(Dimethylamino)-5-thioxopentyl] ethanethioate; Acetic acid, thio-, S-[5-(dimethylamino)-5-thioxopentyl] ester; 5-(Acetylthio)-N,N-dimethyl-4-thioxopentan-1-amine; (Dimethylamino)pentanethione S-acetate; Ethanethioic acid S-(5-dimethylamino-5-thioxopentyl) ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethanethioic Acid, S-[5-(Dimethylamino)-5-Thioxopentyl] Ester is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), identity (by IR/NMR), and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert gas atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to amber liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 4.0%

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