Name: Cyclopentanethiol
Cas: 1679-07-8
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on Cyclopentanethiol
Chemical Structure

Basic Info
Cyclopentane mercaptan is a mercaptan compound that has cyclopentane skeleton directly linked to the mercaptan functional group (-SH). Its molecular composition combines the rigidity and high reactivity cycloalkanes have with mercaptans. The liquid is colorless or yellowish with a sulfurous odor. The compound is different from the linear sulfhydryl groups in terms of solubility and chemical behaviour due to the polarity and steric effects of the cycloamyl and sulfhydryl groups.
From the perspective of chemical raw material properties, the thiol (S-H) bond energy of cyclopentanethiol is relatively low (about 365 kJ/mol), making it prone to deprotonation reactions to form thiol salts or oxidation to produce disulfides. Compared with straight chain homologues, the introduction of cyclopentyl increases its boiling point (about 138-140 ° C) and stability, but retains the typical nucleophilicity and metal coordination ability of thiols. This compound needs to be stored in an inert atmosphere away from light to prevent air oxidation and polymerization side reactions.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | -117.76°C |
| Boiling point | 129-131 °C/745 mmHg (lit.) |
| density | 0.955 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| vapor density | 0.96 (vs air) |
| vapor pressure | 1 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.4902(lit.) |
| FEMA | 3262 | CYCLOPENTANETHIOL |
| Fp | 77 °F |
| form | Liquid |
| pka | 10.87±0.20(Predicted) |
| color | Clear colorless to pale yellow |
| Odor | at 0.01 % in propylene glycol. alliaceous onion garlic horseradish vegetable celery eggy |
| Odor Type | alliaceous |
| biological source | synthetic |
| Water Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol and oils. |
| MF: | C5H10S |
| MW: | 102.2 |
| EINECS: | 216-841-3 |
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Cyclopentanethiol |
| CAS No. | 1679-07-8 |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Packing | As your requirements |
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1. Organic Synthesis and Pharmaceutical Intermediates
The sulfhydryl (-SH), group of cyclopentylmercaptan, can be used to synthesize sulfur-containing heterocyclics, thioethers and disulfide for use as pharmaceutical intermediates. The ring-shaped structure of Cyclopentanethiol mercaptan could be used to improve the bioavailability or fat-solubility of certain drugs. This would make it useful for the development of antimicrobials, antivirals or anti-tumor agents. It can also be used to modify proteins and peptides in order to improve drug targeting.
2. Spices and other food additives
Cyclopentanethiol is a sulfide-based compound with a strong sulfur odor. It can be used to prepare special flavors in low concentrations such as cheese flavors, garlic and allium flavors, or meat flavors. It is more stable and suitable for applications that need a long-lasting scent.
3. Rubber and polymer industry
In polymer chemistry Cyclopentanethiol is used as a chain transfer agent or crosslinking agent in sulfhydryl-bonding chemistry. This is used to synthesize polymer materials with functional properties such as photocuring or self-healing elastomers. It can be used in the rubber industry as a vulcanization catalyst to improve rubber’s heat resistance and mechanical properties.
4. Pesticides, agricultural Chemistry
The sulfur-containing compounds have antibacterial or insecticidal effects. Cyclopentanethiol and its derivatives are used in the development of new eco-friendly pesticides such as soil fumigants, crop protectors or to stop fungal or pest invasions.
5. Electrochemistry and Surface Treatment
The sulfyl (-SH), of Cyclopentanethiol, can form a monolayer self-assembled (sam) on gold, silver or copper surfaces. This has application potential in nanomaterials modifications, anti-corrosion coats, and sensor manufacturing.
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