Description

Methylmercaptoacetate is a versatile sulfur-containing organic ester with a distinctive thiol ester functionality. This compound is valued for its role as a key chemical intermediate and building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring the introduction of a methylthioacetate moiety.

Application

• Agrochemical Synthesis: A crucial intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Serves as a precursor for sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain transfer agent in specific polymerization processes.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable building block for creating thioethers, heterocycles, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in R&D laboratories for novel compound synthesis and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylmercaptoacetate
CAS No.	64807-90-5
Molecular Formula	C3H6O2S
Molecular Weight	106.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-mercaptoacetate; Methyl thioglycolate; 2-Mercaptoacetic acid methyl ester; Thioglycolic acid methyl ester; Methyl (mercapto)acetate; Methyl sulfanylacetate; Acetic acid, 2-mercapto-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methylmercaptoacetate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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