CAS 7425-93-6

1,4-Bis(2-hydroxyethylthio)butane

Description:

1,4-Bis(2-hydroxyethylthio)butane, with the CAS number 7425-93-6, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features a butane backbone with two hydroxyethylthio groups attached at the 1 and 4 positions. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid and is soluble in water due to the presence of hydroxyl groups, which enhance its hydrophilicity. It exhibits properties typical of thiols and alcohols, including the potential for hydrogen bonding and reactivity with electrophiles. The presence of the thioether groups contributes to its unique chemical behavior, making it useful in various applications, including as a reducing agent or in the synthesis of other chemical compounds. Additionally, it may have applications in the formulation of polymers and surfactants due to its ability to modify surface properties. Safety data should be consulted for handling, as compounds with thiol groups can be sensitive to oxidation and may have specific toxicity profiles.

Formula: C₈H₁₈O₂S₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H18O2S2/c9-3-7-11-5-1-2-6-12-8-4-10/h9-10H,1-8H2

InChI key: InChIKey=FORJWQPDKXQQOG-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCSCCO)CSCCO

Synonyms:

• 1,4-Bis(2-hydroxyethylsulfanyl)butane
• 1,4-Bis(2-hydroxyethylthio)butane
• 2,2'-(Butane-1,4-Diyldisulfanediyl)Diethanol
• 2,2′-(Tetramethylenedithio)diethanol
• 2,2′-[1,4-Butanediylbis(thio)]bis[ethanol]
• 2-[4-(2-Hydroxyethylsulfanyl)butylsulfanyl]ethanol
• Ethanol, 2,2′-(tetramethylenedithio)di-
• Ethanol, 2,2′-[1,4-butanediylbis(thio)]bis-
• 2,2'-(Butane-1,4-diylbis(thio))bisethanol