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2-(Methylthio)thiophene (CAS 5780-36-9)

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Alternate Names:
2-methylmercaptothiophene
CAS Number:
5780-36-9
Molecular Weight:
130.23
Molecular Formula:
C5H6S2
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2-(Methylthio)thiophene is a liquid ranging from colorless to a faint yellow hue. It mixes well with solvents like ethanol, methanol, and ether, but not with water. This compound is known for its high reactivity, undergoing several chemical processes such as oxidation, reduction, and substitution. Commonly utilized in organic synthesis, it plays a key role in producing intermediates for agrochemicals. Its versatility extends to various domains including organic synthesis, general chemistry, and materials science.


2-(Methylthio)thiophene (CAS 5780-36-9) References

  1. Intermolecular carbenoid insertions: Reactions of 2-substituted thiophenes with ethyl diazoacetate in the presence of rhodium (II) acetate  |  Tranmer, G. K., & Capretta, A. 1998. Tetrahedron. 54(51): 15499-15508.
  2. Metallation reactions. XXXVI. A study on the metallation of (methylthio)‐and (methylsulfonyl) thiophenes  |  Fattuoni, C., Usai, M., Cabiddu, M. G., Cadoni, E., De Montis, S., Sotgiu, F., & Cabiddu, S. 2007. Journal of heterocyclic chemistry. 44(3): 609-615.

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

2-(Methylthio)thiophene, 1 g

sc-259310
1 g
$56.00

2-(Methylthio)thiophene, 2.5 g

sc-259310A
2.5 g
$117.00