3-mercapto-2-methylpentan-1-ol Cas

Description

3-Mercapto-2-methylpentan-1-ol (also known as 3-mercapto-2-methylpentanol or 3M2MP) is an alkanethiol with the chemical formula C6H14OS. It is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a strong sulfurous odor. 3M2MP is a natural product that is found in onions, garlic, and other Allium species. It is also produced during the thermal processing of foods, such as cooking, baking, and frying.

3M2MP has a variety of flavor and aroma properties. It is described as having a meaty, oniony, and leek-like odor. It can also be perceived as sulfurous, pungent, and sweaty. The flavor profile of 3M2MP depends on its concentration. At low concentrations, it has a pleasant meaty and roasty flavor. At higher concentrations, it can have a more sulfurous and pungent flavor.

3M2MP is used as a flavor and aroma ingredient in a variety of foods, including soups, sauces, gravies, meats, and vegetables. It is also used in some personal care products, such as deodorants and shampoos.

3M2MP is generally considered to be safe for human consumption. However, it has been shown to be toxic to some fish and other aquatic organisms.

Features

❶ Odor: It has a strong and unpleasant odor, often described as sulfurous or rotten.

❷ Volatility: It is a volatile liquid that easily evaporates at room temperature.

❸ Solubility: It is soluble in many organic solvents, such as ethanol and ether.

❹ Stability: It is relatively stable under normal conditions, but it can react with oxidizing agents and strong acids.

❺ Flammability: It is highly flammable and should be handled with care.

❻ Chemical properties: It contains a thiol (mercaptan) functional group, which makes it reactive in certain chemical reactions.

Applications

1. Chemical Synthesis

It is used as a building block or reagent in the synthesis of organic compounds, such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. It can participate in reactions like esterification, thiol-ene reactions, and more.

2. Flavor and Fragrance Industry

Tert-butyl mercaptan is used in the production of flavors and fragrances. It can contribute to the creation of onion, garlic, and sulfurous notes in food flavorings and perfumes.

3. Polymerization Reactions

It can be used as a chain transfer agent or polymerization modifier in certain polymerization reactions. It helps control the molecular weight and structure of polymers.

4. Chemical Analysis

Tert-butyl mercaptan is employed as a reference compound or standard in chemical analysis techniques like gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS).

5. Medical Research

3-Mercapto-2-methylpentan-1-ol has been studied for its potential role in drug development. It has been shown to have anticancer properties and can inhibit the growth of certain cancer cells. Clinical trials are currently underway to determine the safety and efficacy of this compound in humans.

6. Environmental Research

3-Mercapto-2-methylpentan-1-ol has been studied for its effects on ecosystems. It can be used as a biomarker for pollution and can help in the management of environmental contaminants.

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Specifications

Product Name	3-Mercapto-2-methylpentan-1-ol
Cas No.	227456-27-1
Molecular Formula	C6H14OS
Molecular Weight	134.24
Appearance	Colorless to Light Yellow Liquid
Purity	98% Min
Odor	Meaty, oniony, and leek-like odor or sulfurous, pungent, and sweaty.
Solubility	Slightly soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents; soluble (in ethanol)
Density at 25℃	0.985-0.995
Boiling point	205°C at 760mmHg
Flash point	77.8℃
Refractive index (20℃)	1.480-1.490