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1,3-Dithiane, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
1,3-Dithiane is used in umpolung reactions such as the Corey-Seebach reaction. It acts as a reagent for the deoxygenation of sulfoxides to their corresponding sulfides. Further, it is used as a protecting group for carbonyl compounds used in organic synthesis. It serves as a useful labeled synthon. In addition to this, it is used in the preparation of 2-ethyl-[1,3]dithiane.
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1,3-Dithiane is used in umpolung reactions such as the Corey-Seebach reaction. It acts as a reagent for the deoxygenation of sulfoxides to their corresponding sulfides. Further, it is used as a protecting group for carbonyl compounds used in organic synthesis. It serves as a useful labeled synthon. In addition to this, it is used in the preparation of 2-ethyl-[1,3]dithiane.
Solubility
Soluble in benzene, ether, chloroform and terahydrofuran. Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
| Melting Point | 52°C to 55°C |
| Boiling Point | 207°C to 208°C |
| Flash Point | 90°C (194°F) |
| Odor | Stench |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| UN Number | UN3335 |
| Beilstein | 102534 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in benzene,ether,chloroform and terahydrofuran. Slightly soluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 120.24 |
| Percent Purity | 98% |
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Safety and Handling
DOTInformation : Transport Hazard Class: 9; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: AVIATION REGULATED SOLID, N.O.S.
EINECSNumber : 208-006-7
RTECSNumber : JO5070000
TSCA : No
Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only