1-Nonanethiol
- CAS No.1455-21-6
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity 1-Nonanethiol (CAS 1455-21-6), a key thiol-based intermediate for organic synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing.
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Product Overview
1-Nonanethiol (CAS 1455-21-6) is a linear aliphatic thiol widely employed as a specialty intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Also known as 1-Nonyl mercaptan or nonane-1-thiol, this compound features a terminal sulfhydryl group that imparts high reactivity in nucleophilic substitution, metal coordination, and radical reactions. Its consistent quality and reliable performance make it a preferred building block in the development of complex pharmaceutical APIs, agrochemicals, and functional materials.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C9H20S |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 160.32 g/mol |
| Appearance | Yellow clear liquid |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Density | 0.85 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | -20.1°C |
| Boiling Point | 220°C |
| Flash Point | 174°F (79°C) |
| Refractive Index | 1.455 |
Industrial Applications
As a versatile sulfur-containing intermediate, 1-Nonanethiol serves critical roles across multiple industrial sectors:
- Pharmaceutical R&D: Used in the synthesis of thioether-linked drug candidates and prodrugs requiring controlled lipophilicity.
- Agrochemical Manufacturing: Functions as a precursor in the production of selective herbicides and fungicides.
- Materials Science: Employed in surface modification of nanoparticles and self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) due to its strong affinity for metal substrates.
- Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a trace component in the formulation of certain savory or meat-like aroma compounds under strict regulatory compliance.
Stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from oxidizing agents, 1-Nonanethiol is typically supplied in 200 kg drums or customized packaging to meet global logistics and safety standards. Our product undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and full documentation, including Certificate of Analysis (COA).
