Description

Furan, 2-(Methyltrithio)Methyl- is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a furan ring substituted with a methyltrithiomethyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly for constructing complex sulfur-containing heterocycles and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for its role in developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its sulfur moiety for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing conductive polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced organic electronic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for creating complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds, subject to purity and regulatory approval.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cyclization reactions and the introduction of sulfur-based functional groups.
• Ligand Precursor: Can be utilized to synthesize specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Furan, 2-(Methyltrithio)Methyl-
CAS No.	66169-00-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8OS3
Molecular Weight	192.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Methyltrithio)methyl]furan; 2-(Methyltrithiomethyl)furan; Methyltrithiomethylfuran; Furan-2-ylmethyl methyl trithiocarbonate; (Furan-2-ylmethyl) methyl trithiocarbonate; 2-Furylmethyl methyl trithiocarbonate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Furan, 2-(Methyltrithio)Methyl- is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for research chemicals. Comprehensive testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatography, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.