7289-45-4

Basic information

• Product Name: METHYL TETRADECYLSULFIDE
• Synonyms: METHYL TETRADECYLSULFIDE;methyl tetradecyl sulphide;1-(Methylthio)tetradecane;Einecs 230-717-6
• CAS NO: 7289-45-4
• Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₃₂S
• Molecular Weight: 244.48
• EINECS: 230-717-6
• Mol File: 7289-45-4.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: -6.5°C (estimate)
• Boiling Point: 297.41°C (estimate)
• Flash Point: 163.2 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.8430
• Vapor Pressure: 0.000607mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.4607
• CAS DataBase Reference: METHYL TETRADECYLSULFIDE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: METHYL TETRADECYLSULFIDE(7289-45-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: METHYL TETRADECYLSULFIDE(7289-45-4)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 7289-45-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Methyl tetradecylsulfide is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of organosulfur compounds. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. This chemical is commonly used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient in the food and cosmetic industries. It is also used as a natural insect repellent due to its strong odor. Methyl tetradecylsulfide is known for its antimicrobial properties and is often used in the production of various personal care and consumer products. It is important to handle this chemical with care as it may cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system if not used properly.

InChI:InChI=1/C15H32S/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-2/h3-15H2,1-2H3

Upstream product

• 112-71-0 1-Bromotetradecane 
• 5188-07-8 sodium thiomethoxide 
• 2425-54-9 myristyl chloride 

Downstream Products

• 114383-38-9 toluene-4-sulfonic acid ; dimethyl-tetradecyl sulfonium-salt 
• 3079-31-0 methyl n-tetradecyl sulfoxide 

Relevant articles and documents

An efficient oxidation of long chain alkyl methyl sulfides to sulfoxides

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