2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane

Name: 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-035093

About 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane, an impurity of Nifuratel registered under CAS number 45378-62-9. The compound has the formula C4H8OS, corresponding to a molecular weight of 104.17 g/mol. Alternative names: [(Methylthio)methyl]oxirane and ((Methylthio)methyl)oxirane.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a characterised impurity of Nifuratel, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Nifuratel

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Nifuratel.

Nifuratel impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane
Catalogue No.	VQ-035093
CAS Number	45378-62-9
IUPAC name	2-(methylsulfanylmethyl)oxirane
Molecular formula	C₄H₈OS
Molecular weight	104.17 g/mol
Exact mass	104.0296
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	OSIXFNQHNPOVIA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CSCC1CO1
PubChem CID	548390

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	37.8 Å²
Synonyms	[(Methylthio)methyl]oxirane, ((Methylthio)methyl)oxirane, 2-((Methylthio)methyl)oxirane, 1-methylthio-2,3-epoxypropane, Oxirane,2-[(methylthio)methyl]-, 2,3-Epoxypropyl methyl sulfide, Oxirane, [(methylthio)methyl]-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H331Toxic if inhaled
H350May cause cancer
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P318, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P361 + P364, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane is 45378-62-9. It is also known as [(Methylthio)methyl]oxirane, ((Methylthio)methyl)oxirane, 2-((Methylthio)methyl)oxirane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane?

2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane has the molecular formula C4H8OS and a molecular weight of 104.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(methylsulfanylmethyl)oxirane.

What is 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane used for?

2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Nifuratel. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane can I order?

We supply 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane?

Yes. Every lot of 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-[(Methylsulfanyl)methyl]oxirane is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.