Description

1-Octyl-5-Mercapto-1H-Tetrazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a tetrazole ring substituted with a long alkyl chain and a thiol group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, photographic, and polymer industries for its role as a ligand, corrosion inhibitor, or vulcanization accelerator.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring tetrazole-based bioisosteres or metal-chelating agents.
• Photographic Chemicals: Acts as an antifoggant or stabilizer in silver halide photographic emulsions and materials.
• Polymer Additive: Serves as a cross-linking agent, chain transfer agent, or corrosion inhibitor in specialty polymer formulations and coatings.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a derivatization agent or a ligand in chromatographic separations and metal ion complexation studies.
• Electroplating & Surface Treatment: Functions as a brightener or leveling agent in electroplating baths for metals.
• Research & Development: A key building block in organic synthesis for creating novel heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Octyl-5-Mercapto-1H-Tetrazole
CAS No.	70253-99-5
Molecular Formula	C9H18N4S
Molecular Weight	214.33 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Mercapto-1-octyl-1H-tetrazole; 1-Octyl-1H-tetrazole-5-thiol; Octyl Mercaptotetrazole; 5-Octylmercapto-1H-tetrazole; 1H-Tetrazole-5-thiol, 1-octyl-; Tetrazole OMT; OMT; 5-(Octylthio)-1H-tetrazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Octyl-5-Mercapto-1H-Tetrazole is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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	≤ 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.