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1,3-Dithiane, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
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%
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
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