Triphenylmethyl mercaptan, is used as a reagent used for the introduction of thiol group. Triphenylmethanethiol is a reagent used for the mild introduction of the mercapto functionality. It is also used as a pharmaceutical intermediate; Chemical synthesis.
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Applications
Triphenylmethyl mercaptan, is used as a reagent used for the introduction of thiol group. Triphenylmethanethiol is a reagent used for the mild introduction of the mercapto functionality. It is also used as a pharmaceutical intermediate; Chemical synthesis.
Solubility
It is insoluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. Stable under recommended storage conditions.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Norman Kharasch.; Homer R. Williams. A Catalytic Synthesis of Triphenylmethyl Mercaptan. J. Am. Chem. Soc. 1950, 72, (4), 1843-1844.
- Convenient reagent for the introduction of the thiol group. The trityl group can be cleaved with Ag(I) or Hg(II) salts: J. Am. Chem. Soc., 104, 1391 (1982).