3-Methyl-2-buten-1-thiol Preparation Kit

• CAT Number: R004167
• CAS Number: 5287-45-6
• Molecular Formula: C5H10S
• Molecular Weight: 102.19
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 3-Methyl-1-mercapto-2-butene; MBT; Prenyl Mercaptan; Prenylthiol
• Storage: -80°C
• IUPAC Name: 3-methylbut-2-ene-1-thiol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10S/c1-5(2)3-4-6/h3,6H,4H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: GYDPOKGOQFTYGW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(=CCS)C

The 3-methyl-2-buten-1-thiol Preparation Kit is a chemical kit designed for the synthesis of 3-methyl-2-buten-1-thiol, also known as isopentenyl mercaptan. This compound is a sulfur-containing organic compound with a strong, unpleasant odor similar to that of skunk spray. The kit typically includes the necessary reagents and instructions for the preparation of 3-methyl-2-buten-1-thiol in the laboratory. This compound is commonly used in the food and beverage industry as a flavoring agent, particularly in meat products and savory foods, to impart a savory, meaty flavor. It is also used in the fragrance industry to create animalic and earthy scents.