Description

3-Bromopropane-1-Thiol is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring both a bromine atom and a thiol group, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in synthetic chemistry. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to act as a key intermediate for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in fine chemical synthesis, material science, and ligand development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing sulfur or requiring specific alkyl chain modifications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the thiol and bromo functionalities enable specific modes of action.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a chain transfer agent (CTA) or a functional monomer in polymerization reactions to introduce sulfur-containing groups into polymers.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis, particularly in cross-coupling and other transition metal-mediated reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring novel organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitution and thiol-ene click chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds, though typically at high purity grades.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromopropane-1-Thiol
CAS No.	75694-39-2
Molecular Formula	C3H7BrS
Molecular Weight	155.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromopropanethiol; 1-Bromo-3-mercaptopropane; 3-Bromopropyl mercaptan; 3-Bromo-1-propanethiol; 3-Bromopropane-1-thiol; 3-Bromopropane-thiol; (3-Bromopropyl)thiol; NSC 169156
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromopropane-1-Thiol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of GMP and ISO standards for chemical manufacturing.

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. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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