Description

2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethanethiol 97 is a high-purity organosulfur compound featuring a thiol functional group attached to a polyether chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis, offering reactivity and solubility benefits. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise molecular design.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly where a thioether linkage or metal-chelating moiety is required.
• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: Used to introduce thiol functional groups into polymer backbones for UV-curable coatings, adhesives, and elastomers, enhancing properties like flexibility and adhesion.
• Ligand for Metal Complexation: Acts as a soft donor ligand in coordination chemistry for catalysts used in organic transformations and material science.
• Surface Functionalization: Employed in creating self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on gold and other metal surfaces for sensor development and nanotechnology applications.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in organic synthesis for thiol-ene "click" chemistry reactions, enabling efficient and selective coupling of molecules.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: May be used as a precursor in the synthesis of specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethanethiol 97
CAS No.	88778-21-6
Molecular Formula	C5H12O2S
Molecular Weight	136.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethanethiol; 1-Methoxy-2-(2-mercaptoethoxy)ethane; 2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethyl mercaptan; Ethanol, 2-(2-methoxyethoxy)-, 1-thio-; Thioglycol 2-(2-methoxyethyl) ether; Bis(2-methoxyethyl) sulfide (related); MEE-thiol; Poly(ethylene glycol) methyl ether thiol (PEG-thiol analog)
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)Ethanethiol 97 is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, available upon request.

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 area at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This compound is easily oxidized and moisture-sensitive. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Impurities (GC)	≤ 2.0% (total)

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