CAS 54051-19-3

Butanoic acid, 3-mercapto-, methyl ester

Description:

Butanoic acid, 3-mercapto-, methyl ester, also known by its CAS number 54051-19-3, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of both a carboxylic acid and a thiol functional group. This compound features a butanoic acid backbone, which is a four-carbon straight-chain fatty acid, with a mercapto group (-SH) located at the third carbon position. The methyl ester indicates that the carboxylic acid has been esterified with methanol, resulting in a methyl ester functional group. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor, often associated with sulfur-containing compounds. It is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits moderate solubility in water due to the presence of the polar carboxylic acid group. The presence of the thiol group imparts unique reactivity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses and applications, including flavoring and fragrance industries. Additionally, its properties may be influenced by factors such as temperature and pH, which can affect its stability and reactivity.

Formula: C₅H₁₀O₂S

InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10O2S/c1-4(8)3-5(6)7-2/h4,8H,3H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=BHDKXXOGPCSBQI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CC(C)S)(OC)=O

Synonyms:

• 3-Mercaptobutanoic acid methyl ester
• Butanoic Acid, 3-Mercapto-, Methyl Ester
• Butyric acid, 3-mercapto-, methyl ester
• Methyl 3-mercaptobutanoate
• Methyl 3-mercaptobutyrate
• Methyl 3-sulfanylbutanoate

Methyl 3-sulfanylbutanoate

CAS: 54051-19-3

Methyl 3-sulfanylbutanoate is a fatty acid that is used as an intermediate for the production of other chemicals.

Formula: C₅H₁₀O₂S

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 134.2 g/mol

Ref: 3D-ECA05119