Description

Methyl Vinyl Selenide is a specialized organoselenium compound with the CAS registry number 76573-19-8. This versatile reagent is a key building block in organic synthesis, valued for its ability to introduce selenium-containing functional groups into target molecules. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel selenium-containing drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where selenium moieties confer specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialized polymers and advanced materials with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cycloaddition reactions, radical chemistry, and as a selenium transfer agent for constructing complex heterocycles and natural product analogs.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Utilized to develop novel selenium-based ligands for transition metal catalysis, potentially enhancing selectivity and activity.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Incorporated into molecules designed to study selenium metabolism and selenoprotein function in biological systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl Vinyl Selenide
CAS No.	76573-19-8
Molecular Formula	C3H6Se
Molecular Weight	121.04 g/mol
Synonyms	(Methylseleno)ethene; Ethene, (methylseleno)-; Methyl vinyl selenide; Vinyl methyl selenide; Selenium, methylvinyl-; Methylselenoethene; (Methylselanyl)ethene
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Vinyl Selenide is produced and handled under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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