Compound Q&A
How is 2-(Diethylamino)ethanethiol hydrochloride (CAS: 1942-52-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-(Diethylamino)ethanethiol hydrochloride is typically synthesized by reacting ethanethiol with diethylamine in the presence of a strong acid catalyst, such as hydrochloric acid. The reaction is conducted in an inert solvent like methanol or ethanol. The yield is generally high, and the product is isolated by crystallization from an appropriate solvent.
About
CAS No
1942-52-5
English Name
2-(Diethylamino)ethanethiol hydrochloride (1:1)
Molecular Formula
C6H16ClNS
Molecular Weight
169.72 g/mol
SMILES
CCN(CC)CCS.Cl
InChIKey
QAXLTZBBDSDRPW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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