Description

1,3,4-Thiadiazole-2-Ethanethiol, 5-Methyl- is a specialized sulfur and nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound with a reactive thiol functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiadiazole ring.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: The thiol group acts as a ligand for metal ions, useful in catalysis and material science applications.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to introduce specific properties into polymers and resins.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Used in research for formulating advanced corrosion inhibitors for industrial applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis projects in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,3,4-Thiadiazole-2-Ethanethiol, 5-Methyl-
CAS No.	847155-19-5
Molecular Formula	C5H8N2S2
Molecular Weight	160.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazole-2-ethanethiol; 2-(5-Methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)ethanethiol; 5-Methyl-2-mercaptoethyl-1,3,4-thiadiazole; 2-(5-Methyl-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)ethane-1-thiol; 5-Methyl-δ²-1,3,4-thiadiazoline-2-ethanethiol
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Quality Control

Our production of 1,3,4-Thiadiazole-2-Ethanethiol, 5-Methyl- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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