Compound Q&A
What is 3-Sulfanyl-2-butanone (CAS: 40789-98-8)?
Answer
3-Sulfanyl-2-butanone, also known as 3-thiol-2-butanone, is an organic sulfone compound with the chemical formula C4H8O2S. It features a thiol functional group (-SH) attached to the third carbon of a butanone chain. This compound is typically a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and is soluble in organic solvents. Its structure makes it useful in various chemical applications due to its reactivity and ability to form disulfide bonds.
About
CAS No
40789-98-8
English Name
3-Sulfanyl-2-butanone
Molecular Formula
C4H8OS
Molecular Weight
104.17 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C(=O)C)S
InChIKey
XLMPYCGSRHSSSX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
