Description

4,4-Bis(Methylthio)-2-Phenyl-1,3-Butadien-1,1-Dicarbonitrile, 98 is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate characterized by its unique butadiene core functionalized with methylthio and phenyl groups. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications such as the synthesis of novel heterocycles and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex diene or sulfur-containing motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactive sites for creating diverse bioactive molecules.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments, where its extended π-system contributes to color properties.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including cycloaddition reactions and studies on sulfur chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential precursor for synthesizing novel ligands used in transition metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4-Bis(Methylthio)-2-Phenyl-1,3-Butadien-1,1-Dicarbonitrile, 98
CAS No.	64608-21-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₂N₂S₂
Molecular Weight	272.39 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-4,4-bis(methylthio)-1,3-butadiene-1,1-dicarbonitrile; 4,4-Bis(methylmercapto)-2-phenyl-1,3-butadiene-1,1-dicarbonitrile; 1,1-Dicyano-2-phenyl-4,4-bis(methylthio)-1,3-butadiene; 64608-21-5; 2-Phenyl-4,4-bis(methylsulfanyl)buta-1,3-diene-1,1-dicarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Bis(Methylthio)-2-Phenyl-1,3-Butadien-1,1-Dicarbonitrile, 98 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure the specified purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.