3-Chloropropyl isothiocyanate

CAS: 2799-72-6

Ref. 3D-CAA79972

Product Information

• Name: 3-Chloropropyl isothiocyanate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 3-Chloropropyl isothiocyanate (3CPITC) is a chemical compound that is used in research to produce an artificial reflux and to study the effects of acid on esterase activity. This compound is synthesized by reacting 2-chloroethyl chloride with triethylamine in the presence of methanol, followed by hydrolysis of the resulting 3-chloropropyl isothiocyanate. 3CPITC has been shown to have a neutral effect on esterase activity.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 135.61 g/mol
• Formula: C₄H₆ClNS
• Purity: Min. 95%