CAS 49762-08-5: 3-hydroxy-4-methyl-1,3-thiazole-2(3H)-thione

3-Hydroxy-4-methyl-1,3-thiazole-2(3H)-thione

3-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(3H)-thiazolethione [for Source of Alkyl Radical] is a versatile compound that serves as a metal complex in the form of a trifluoroacetate salt. It can exist in enantiomeric forms and is derived from tartaric acid. This polyfunctional compound has various applications, including its use as an azido source for 1,3-dipolar cycloadditions, as well as its involvement in the synthesis of heterocycles and azobenzene derivatives. 3-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2(3H)-thiazolethione [for Source of Alkyl Radical] is commonly used in research settings for its reactive properties and is analyzed using mass spectrometric methods. Additionally, this compound can form zinc complexes when combined with tartaric acid.