Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
40789-98-8
Standard:
In-house Standards,
3-Mercapto-2-butanone (CAS: 5341-89-7) is a sulfur-containing ketone with the molecular formula C4H8OS. It is primarily synthesized via the reduction of thioesters or direct mercaptan addition to unsaturated ketones. This compound serves as a specialized intermediate in organic synthesis.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from oxidizers. Use appropriate PPE due to potential skin irritation and strong odor. Not approved for direct human consumption or clinical drug formulation.