Description

Propanoic Acid, 3-(Cyclohexylthio)-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a cyclohexylthio substituent. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfur-containing functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the cyclohexylthio moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor in the development of unique sulfur-based aroma compounds and flavoring agents.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for nucleophilic substitution and esterification reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propanoic Acid, 3-(Cyclohexylthio)-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	66087-21-6
Molecular Formula	C11H20O2S
Molecular Weight	216.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(Cyclohexylthio)propanoate; 3-(Cyclohexylthio)propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Cyclohexylsulfanylpropionate; Ethyl β-(Cyclohexylthio)propionate; NSC 342041; Propanoic acid, 3-(cyclohexylthio)-, ethyl ester; 66087-21-6
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Quality Control

Every batch of Propanoic Acid, 3-(Cyclohexylthio)-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure product identity, purity, and consistency for your critical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by GC/HPLC), identity (by IR/NMR), and impurity profile is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Specific Gravity	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details

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