Description

Ethanone, 1-(3-Mercapto-2-Thienyl)- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a thiophene ring substituted with both a mercapto (thiol) and an ethanone (acetyl) functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical research and development. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and the development of functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the reactivity of the thiol and ketone groups.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Acts as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis for fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other advanced materials due to the thiophene backbone.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis, including heterocyclic chemistry, thioether formation, and acetyl group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 1-(3-Mercapto-2-Thienyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	72900-13-1
Molecular Formula	C6H6OS2
Molecular Weight	158.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Mercaptothiophen-2-yl)ethanone; 3-Mercapto-2-acetylthiophene; 2-Acetyl-3-mercaptothiophene; 1-(3-Mercapto-2-thienyl)ethanone; 2-Thienyl ketone, 3-mercapto-; 3-Mercapto-2-thienyl methyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethanone, 1-(3-Mercapto-2-Thienyl)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its easily oxidized nature, prolonged exposure to air should be minimized. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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