Description

2-(3-Butenylthio)Ethanol is a specialized sulfur-containing organic compound with a unique bifunctional structure combining a thioether and a terminal hydroxyl group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring custom functionalization and chain extension.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring thioether linkages or hydroxythiol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure can be incorporated to modify bioavailability and activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or chain transfer agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives, imparting specific properties like flexibility or adhesion.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the development of novel ligands for metal catalysis and in the synthesis of organosulfur catalysts.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the 2-(3-butenylthio)ethanol moiety into target molecules for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Surface Modification Agent: Can be used to modify material surfaces to alter wettability, adhesion, or to introduce specific functional groups for further conjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Butenylthio)Ethanol
CAS No.	82010-87-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12OS
Molecular Weight	132.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(But-3-en-1-yl)sulfanyl]ethan-1-ol; 3-Buten-1-yl 2-hydroxyethyl sulfide; 2-Hydroxyethyl 3-butenyl sulfide; 2-(3-Butenylthio)ethan-1-ol; 2-(But-3-en-1-ylthio)ethanol; 3-Butenyl 2-hydroxyethyl thioether; (3-Butenylthio)ethanol; 2-(3-Butenylmercapto)ethanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Butenylthio)Ethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.495 - 1.505
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.00 - 1.05

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