Description

n-(Butylthio)Acetonitrile is a versatile sulfur-containing nitrile compound, serving as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups, which enable its use as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds and as an intermediate in the production of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. This product is essential for R&D chemists and production facilities in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its sulfur moiety for biological activity.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing sulfur-containing heterocycles like thiazoles and thiadiazoles.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the -SCH2CN functional group into target molecules in custom synthesis and process development.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry research.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and new reaction development.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(Butylthio)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	71037-08-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11NS
Molecular Weight	129.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Butylthio)acetonitrile; Butylthiomethyl cyanide; 1-Butylsulfanylacetonitrile; NSC 163183; Acetonitrile, (butylthio)-; (Butylthio)acetonitrile; Butyl mercaptoacetonitrile; (Butylsulfanyl)acetonitrile
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Quality Control

Our n-(Butylthio)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.480 - 1.490
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 1.00 g/mL

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