Description

1 4-Butenedithiol Diacetate is a high-purity sulfur-containing organic compound primarily used as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce protected thiol functionalities into target molecules, enabling the development of specialized polymers, ligands, and pharmaceuticals. This product is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking reliable building blocks for complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring thiol or disulfide linkages.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used in the production of specialty polymers and resins, where it acts as a cross-linking agent or a monomer to impart specific chemical resistance or mechanical properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of chelating agents and ligands for catalysis and metal complexation in industrial and research applications.
• Chemical Research: A valuable building block in organic synthesis for constructing complex sulfur heterocycles and other advanced molecular structures.
• Agrochemicals: Can be utilized in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides as an intermediate in the synthesis of active ingredients.
• Material Science: Finds application in the surface modification of materials and the creation of functional coatings with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1 4-Butenedithiol Diacetate
CAS No.	71831-17-9
Molecular Formula	C8H12O2S2
Molecular Weight	204.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Butanedithiol Diacetate; Butane-1,4-dithiol Diacetate; 1,4-Diacetoxybutane-1,4-dithiol; 1,4-Bis(acetylthio)butane; 1,4-Butylene Dithiol Diacetate; S,S'-1,4-Butanediyl Diacetate; 1,4-Butanedithiol, Diacetate; 1,4-Butanedithiol Diacetic Acid Ester
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Quality Control

Our 1 4-Butenedithiol Diacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure a typical purity of ≥97% and compliance with internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	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.