Compound Q&A
How is O-Ethyl butanethioate (CAS: 20807-99-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
O-Ethyl butanethioate can be synthesized via the reaction of ethyl bromide with butanethiol in the presence of a base such as sodium hydroxide. The reaction yields a mixture of isomers, but the major product is the O-ethyl isomer. The yield is typically around 80-85%. This method provides a straightforward route to the compound.
About
CAS No
20807-99-2
English Name
O-Ethyl butanethioate
Molecular Formula
C6H12OS
Molecular Weight
132.23 g/mol
SMILES
CCCC(=S)OCC
InChIKey
RORXPBSQGSNAIO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-05 12:33
