Category:
Other Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
811-51-8
Standard:
In-house Standards,
| Chemical Name: | SODIUM ETHANETHIOLATE |
| Molecular Formula: | C2H7NaS |
| Formula Weight: | 86.13 |
| CAS No.: | 811-51-8 |
Sodium ethanethiolate is an organosulfur compound used as a nucleophilic reagent. It is synthesized via the reaction of sodium metal with ethanol and carbon disulfide, followed by alkylation. The molecular formula is C2H5NaS (CAS: 1407-96-5).
Strictly store under inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Requires explosion-proof equipment due to pyrophoric nature. Personnel must wear full PPE including acid-resistant gloves and face shields during handling.