Description

Butanethioic Acid, 3-Oxo- (9Ci) is a specialized thioketone derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile sulfur-containing synthon, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the thiocarbonyl group imparts unique biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for methodology development in organic chemistry, including cycloaddition reactions and catalysis studies.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use in the synthesis of complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds at a research scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanethioic Acid, 3-Oxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	750525-23-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6O2S
Molecular Weight	118.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Oxobutanethioic Acid; 3-Oxobutane-1-thioic Acid; Acetoacetic Acid Thioester; Thioacetoacetic Acid; 1-Mercapto-3-oxobut-1-ene; 3-Oxo-Butanethioic Acid; Acetylthioacetic Acid; Butanethioic acid, 3-oxo-
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Quality Control

Our Butanethioic Acid, 3-Oxo- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and process development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.