3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde, is used as food flavour ,for making Baked food, spices, soft drinks, candy. It is also used as an intermediate. It has wide applications in organic synthesis as solvents as well as reagents. They are used in the synthesis of specific compound classes include agricultural chemical, property-enhancing additives, pharmacological drugs, chemical resistant polymers, detergents, and rubber antioxidants. Some examples of aliphatic and aromatic thioethers found in flavouring agents

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Applications
3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde, is used as food flavour ,for making Baked food, spices, soft drinks, candy. It is also used as an intermediate. It has wide applications in organic synthesis as solvents as well as reagents. They are used in the synthesis of specific compound classes include agricultural chemical, property-enhancing additives, pharmacological drugs, chemical resistant polymers, detergents, and rubber antioxidants. Some examples of aliphatic and aromatic thioethers found in flavouring agents

Solubility
It is readily soluble in alcohol solvents such as ethanol, propylene and glycol oil. It is insoluble in water.

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature 2 - 8°C. Air sensitive. Handle and store under inert gas. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 3268-49-3
• Molecular Formula: C4H8OS
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 104.167
• MDL Number: MFCD00007022
• InChI Key: CLUWOWRTHNNBBU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: methional, 3-methylthio propionaldehyde, 3-methylthio propanal, propanal, 3-methylthio, 4-thiapentanal, 3-methylsulfanyl propanal, 3-methylmercapto propionaldehyde, 3-methylthiopropanal, propionaldehyde, 3-methylthio, 3-methylmercaptopropyl aldehyde
• PubChem CID: 18635
• ChEBI: CHEBI:49017
• IUPAC Name: 3-methylsulfanylpropanal
• SMILES: CSCCC=O

• Melting Point: -58°C
• Density: 1.052
• Boiling Point: 165°C to 166°C
• Flash Point: 64°C (147°F)
• Odor: Strong
• Linear Formula: CH₃S(CH₂)₂CHO
• Refractive Index: 1.4825
• Quantity: 10 g
• UN Number: UN2785
• Beilstein: 1739289
• Sensitivity: Air sensitive
• Solubility Information: It is readily soluble in alcohol solvents such as ethanol,propylene and glycol oil. It is insoluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 104.17
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Chemical Name or Material: 3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• 3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 3
• Acute toxicity Category 4
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Skin sensitiser Category 1

Hazard Statement

• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H311-Toxic in contact with skin.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H318-Causes serious eye damage.
• H332-Harmful if inhaled.
• H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
• P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 4-Thiapentanal

RUO – Research Use Only