Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
19872-52-7
Standard:
In-house Standards,
4-Mercapto-4-methyl-2-pentanone (CAS: 594-80-1) is a specialized organosulfur compound widely utilized as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. Its core production involves the condensation of acetone with carbon disulfide followed by methylation, yielding a high-purity thiol derivative essential for complex molecule construction.
Strictly store in cool, dry, ventilated areas away from oxidizers. Personnel must wear appropriate PPE including acid-resistant gloves and eye protection due to corrosive properties and potential skin sensitization.