Category:
Chiral Intermediates
CAS NO:
64038-64-8
Standard:
In-house Standards,
2-mercaptoimidazole-4-ethyl formate
2-Mercaptoimidazole-4-ethyl formate is a specialized sulfur-containing heterocyclic intermediate synthesized via condensation of 2-mercaptoimidazole with ethyl formate derivatives. This compound serves as a critical building block in pharmaceutical synthesis, characterized by its C6H8N2O2S molecular formula and specific reactivity profile.
Requires storage in sealed containers under inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Personnel must utilize appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles due to potential skin irritation and corrosive nature of the mercapto group.