Description

4-Fluorophenyl-α-Oxoketene-Gem-Dithiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a unique gem-dithiol moiety adjacent to a reactive oxoketene group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and functional organic materials with specific electronic or photophysical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing activity-based probes to study enzyme mechanisms and protein functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluorophenyl-α-Oxoketene-Gem-Dithiol
CAS No.	67259-61-4
Molecular Formula	C9H5FOS2
Molecular Weight	212.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluorophenyl α-oxoketene gem-dithiol; 1,1-Bis(mercapto)-2-(4-fluorophenyl)ethenone; 4-Fluorobenzoylketene dithioacetal; (4-Fluorophenyl)(hydroxymethylene)bis(sulfane); 2-(4-Fluorophenyl)-1,1-ethanedithione; 4-Fluorophenylglyoxal bis(mercapto) derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for our fine chemical intermediates. Each batch of 4-Fluorophenyl-α-Oxoketene-Gem-Dithiol is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. Our quality system supports development under cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation and moisture uptake. Isolate from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.