

4-(Methylthio)butan-2-one
CAS:
Ref. 3D-FM35557


Product Information
Name:4-(Methylthio)butan-2-one
Brand:Biosynth
Description:4-(Methylthio)butan-2-one is a synthetic compound that is biosynthesized by the demethylation of α-pinene. This compound has hydroxyl group, which makes it capable of forming halides with other compounds. It also has an organoleptic property, as it smells like pine needles when mixed with air. The compound has a chemical composition of C5H11OS and can be found in wild-type strains and mutant strains. 4-(Methylthio)butan-2-one is used for the synthesis of isovaleric acid, which is a fatty acid that plays a role in the production of cheese flavors and smells like sweaty socks.
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Chemical properties
Molecular weight:118.2 g/mol
Formula:C5H10OS
Purity:Min. 95%
InChI:InChI=1S/C5H10OS/c1-5(6)3-4-7-2/h3-4H2,1-2H3
InChI key:InChIKey=DRGHCRKOWMAZAO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:CSCCC(C)=O