Description

tert-Butyl Ethyl Thiodicarbonate is a specialized organosulfur compound with the CAS registry number 65573-05-9. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and reagent in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique thiodicarbonate functional group. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing sulfur-based functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the thiodicarbonate moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a chain transfer agent or modifier in the synthesis and functionalization of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for introducing the tert-butoxycarbonylsulfenyl (BocS) group or as a sulfur source in various coupling and addition reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful in the preparation of sulfur-containing ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its properties in developing novel organic electronic materials or surface modifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl Ethyl Thiodicarbonate
CAS No.	65573-05-9
Molecular Formula	C7H14O2S2
Molecular Weight	194.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl tert-Butyl Thiodicarbonate; tert-Butoxycarbonyl Ethyl Disulfide; S-Ethyl O-tert-Butyl Carbonodithioate; O-tert-Butyl S-Ethyl Dithiocarbonate; Carbonodithioic Acid, O-(1,1-Dimethylethyl) S-Ethyl Ester; Ethyl tert-Butyl Dithiocarbonate; TBETC
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl Ethyl Thiodicarbonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.