Description

Acetyl Azide, 2,2'-Dithiobis- is a specialized organic compound featuring both azide and disulfide functional groups, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise, high-energy building blocks for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and novel materials where the introduction of sulfur linkages or nitrogen-rich components is essential.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing disulfide bridges or requiring controlled nitrogen release.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive functional groups for creating novel bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the development of specialty polymers, elastomers, and functional materials with unique properties.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Employed in biochemical research for labeling proteins, peptides, and other biomolecules via its reactive azide group (click chemistry) and disulfide bond.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated in controlled environments for the development of specialized initiators, propellants, and pyrotechnic compositions due to its azide functionality.
• Chemical Research & Process Development: Provides a versatile building block for organic chemists exploring new reaction pathways and synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetyl Azide, 2,2'-Dithiobis-
CAS No.	65734-55-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6N6O2S2
Molecular Weight	234.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(acetyl azide) disulfide; Diacetylazide disulfide; 2,2'-Dithiobis(acetyl azide); Azidoacetyl disulfide; N3COCH2SSCH2CON3; Bis(azidoacetyl) disulfide; 1,1'-[Dithiobis(methylene)]bis(azidoformaldehyde); (Azidoacetyl) disulfide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Acetyl Azide, 2,2'-Dithiobis- is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Due to its light-sensitive and potentially reactive nature, this material should be kept under an inert atmosphere and separated from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases. Handle and store only in quantities appropriate for immediate use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.