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Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester

Also known as S-Propyl hexanethioate, 1-(propylsulfanyl)hexan-1-one, Hexanethioic acid, S-propyl ester

CAS 2432-78-2Formula C9H18OSMolar mass 174.31 g/mol
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Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester chemical structure, C9H18OS, CAS 2432-78-2
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
2432-78-2
Formula
C9H18OS
Molar mass
174.31 g/mol
HS code
293090
Category
Sulfur and phosphorus compounds

What is Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

S-propyl hexanethioate is a thioester obtained by the formal condensation of the carboxy group of hexanoic acid with the thiol group of propane-1-thiol. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is functionally related to a hexanoic acid and a propane-1-thiol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
S-propyl hexanethioate
CAS number
2432-78-2
Molecular formula
C9H18OS
UNII
3J57W36LH5
InChIKey
XWEXGRZJPGGXCY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H18OS/c1-3-5-6-7-9(10)11-8-4-2/h3-8H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCC(=O)SCCC

Synonyms

  • S-Propyl hexanethioate
  • 1-(propylsulfanyl)hexan-1-one
  • Hexanethioic acid, S-propyl ester
  • S-Propyl hexanethioate #

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
174.31 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
174.1078 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.24calc.
Topological polar surface area
17.07 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.89calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester is traded under.

HS 2930.90Indicative HS code

Organo-sulphur compounds, other

World exports in 2024
$5.83B
+0.1% vs 2023, imports $5.93B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.7%
  2. United States10.9%
  3. Japan9.3%
Top importers
  1. United States13.3%
  2. Brazil12.6%
  3. China6.6%
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The HS code shown for Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester?

S-propyl hexanethioate is a thioester obtained by the formal condensation of the carboxy group of hexanoic acid with the thiol group of propane-1-thiol. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is functionally related to a hexanoic acid and a propane-1-thiol.

What is the CAS number of Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester?

The CAS registry number of Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester is 2432-78-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester?

The molecular formula of Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester is C9H18OS and its molar mass is 174.31 g/mol.

What is Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester used for?

Known uses and roles of Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester include building blocks in research and laboratory, eukaryotic metabolite, metabolite and plant metabolite.

Is Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester?

Hexanethioic acid S-propyl ester is usually classified under HS code 293090 (Organo-sulphur compounds, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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