Description

(Thiolan-3-Yl)Methanol is a specialized organosulfur building block featuring a tetrahydrothiophene (thiolane) ring with a hydroxymethyl substituent. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines a sulfur heterocycle with a versatile alcohol functional group, enabling its use in advanced synthetic pathways. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting sulfur-containing bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the thiolane ring can contribute to specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel monomers or additives for specialty polymers with unique properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study biological processes involving sulfur metabolism.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing sulfur-containing aroma compounds, subject to appropriate purity and regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Thiolan-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	720719-20-0
Molecular Formula	C5H10OS
Molecular Weight	118.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)thiolane; Tetrahydro-3-thiophenemethanol; 3-Thiolanemethanol; 3-Hydroxymethylthiolane; (Tetrahydrothiophen-3-yl)methanol; 3-Thiophenemethanol, tetrahydro-; (Thiolan-3-yl)methanol; 720719-20-0
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Quality Control

Our (Thiolan-3-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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