Description

Methyl n-Methyl-2-Nitrothioimidoacetate CAS NO 69340-48-3 is a specialized organic compound featuring a nitro and thioimido functional group. This chemical serves as a valuable high-purity intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D and agrochemical laboratories for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

This versatile intermediate is employed in several key research and manufacturing processes:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring nitro or sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing new pesticides and herbicides with specific modes of action.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Acts as a reagent for introducing the nitro-thioimidoacetate moiety into target molecules in academic and industrial R&D.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of specialized dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in creating novel ligands for metal catalysis due to its sulfur and nitrogen donor atoms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl n-Methyl-2-Nitrothioimidoacetate
CAS No.	69340-48-3
Molecular Formula	C5H8N2O4S
Molecular Weight	192.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(Methylnitroamino)-2-thioxoacetate; Methyl N-methyl-N-nitrothioimidocarbonate; 2-Nitro-2-thioimidocarbonic Acid Methyl Ester, N-Methyl-; Methyl (methylnitroamino)thioxoacetate; Acetic acid, 2-(methylnitroamino)-2-thioxo-, methyl ester; NSC 403058; Methyl N-methyl-2-nitrothioimidate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl n-Methyl-2-Nitrothioimidoacetate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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