Description

Butanenitrile, 2-(Ethylthio)-3-Oxo- (9Ci) is a specialized organic nitrile derivative featuring both a ketone and a thioether functional group. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable versatile building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing pyridine, pyrimidine, or other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive nitrile and ketone groups enable the formation of specific bioactive scaffolds.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules used in dyes, pigments, and functional materials.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in multi-step organic synthesis for introducing the 2-(ethylthio)-3-oxobutanenitrile moiety into larger molecular frameworks.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Butanenitrile, 2-(Ethylthio)-3-Oxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	70360-76-8
Molecular Formula	C6H9NOS
Molecular Weight	143.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Ethylthio)-3-oxobutanenitrile; 3-Oxo-2-(ethylthio)butanenitrile; 2-(Ethylsulfanyl)-3-oxobutyronitrile; 3-Oxobutanenitrile, 2-(ethylthio)-; Butyronitrile, 2-(ethylthio)-3-oxo-; Ethyl 2-cyano-3-oxobutyl sulfide; α-(Ethylthio)-β-oxobutyronitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of Butanenitrile, 2-(Ethylthio)-3-Oxo- (9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles to ensure the material meets your specific research or production requirements. Our rigorous quality testing protocols are designed to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical synthetic processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. Due to the reactive nature of the nitrile and ketone groups, prolonged exposure to air and moisture should be minimized.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.