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CAS 45378-62-9

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2-[(Methylthio)methyl]oxirane

Description:
2-[(Methylthio)methyl]oxirane, also known as a methylthio-substituted epoxide, is an organic compound characterized by its three-membered cyclic ether structure, which includes an oxirane ring. This compound features a methylthio group (-S-CH3) attached to a methylene bridge adjacent to the oxirane, influencing its reactivity and properties. Typically, epoxides are known for their strain due to the angular tension in the three-membered ring, making them reactive intermediates in various chemical reactions, such as ring-opening reactions with nucleophiles. The presence of the methylthio group can enhance the compound's reactivity and solubility in organic solvents. 2-[(Methylthio)methyl]oxirane may be utilized in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of more complex molecules or as a building block in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Safety data should be consulted for handling, as epoxides can be hazardous due to their reactivity. Overall, this compound exemplifies the diverse chemistry of epoxides and their functionalization potential in organic synthesis.
Formula:C4H8OS
InChI:InChI=1S/C4H8OS/c1-6-3-4-2-5-4/h4H,2-3H2,1H3
InChI key:InChIKey=OSIXFNQHNPOVIA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(SC)C1CO1
Synonyms:
  • 1-Methylthio-2,3-Epoxypropane
  • 2-(Methylsulfanylmethyl)oxirane
  • 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)Methyl]Oxirane
  • 2-[(Methylthio)methyl]oxirane
  • Methyl glycidyl thioether
  • Oxirane, 2-[(methylthio)methyl]-
  • Oxirane, [(methylthio)methyl]-
  • [(Methylthio)methyl]oxirane
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