Description

n-Cyclopropyl-2-Mercaptoacetamide is a specialized sulfur-containing acetamide derivative featuring a cyclopropyl substituent. This compound matters as a versatile and valuable chemical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Used in organic chemistry research for constructing complex molecules, leveraging the reactivity of both the mercapto and amide functional groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis or as a precursor for heterocyclic compound synthesis.
• Material Science Applications: Can be investigated as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Cyclopropyl-2-Mercaptoacetamide
CAS No.	886047-44-5
Molecular Formula	C5H9NOS
Molecular Weight	131.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercapto-N-cyclopropylacetamide; N-Cyclopropyl-2-sulfanylacetamide; Acetamide, 2-mercapto-N-cyclopropyl-; Cyclopropylcarbamoylmethyl mercaptan; 2-(Cyclopropylamino)-2-oxoethanethiol; Mercaptoacetic acid cyclopropylamide; N-(Cyclopropyl)-2-mercaptoacetamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Cyclopropyl-2-Mercaptoacetamide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged use. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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