It also serves as a precursor for creating other sulfur-containing organic compounds like thioureas, imino sulfides, and disulfides, with its stable yet reactive nature making it valuable in complex organic synthesis, though its instability can pose industrial challenges. 1-(Mercaptomethyl)cyclopropaneacetic acid is used mainly as a crucial building block (intermediate) in synthesizing the anti-asthma and allergy drug Montelukast (Singulair), providing its essential cyclopropane ring structure for the drug’s effectiveness.
1-(Mercaptomethyl)cyclopropaneacetic acid
| API Name | Montelukast sodium |
|---|---|
| CAS No | 162515-68-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H10O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 146.21 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2-[1-(sulfanylmethyl)cyclopropyl]acetic acid |
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It also serves as a precursor for creating other sulfur-containing organic compounds like thioureas, imino sulfides, and disulfides, with its stable yet reactive nature making it valuable in complex organic synthesis, though its instability can pose industrial challenges. 1-(Mercaptomethyl)cyclopropaneacetic acid is used mainly as a crucial building block (intermediate) in synthesizing the anti-asthma and allergy drug Montelukast (Singulair), providing its essential cyclopropane ring structure for the drug's effectiveness.
The CAS number of 1-(Mercaptomethyl)cyclopropaneacetic acid is 162515-68-6.
The molecular formula of 1-(Mercaptomethyl)cyclopropaneacetic acid is C6H10O2S.
The listed molecular weight of 1-(Mercaptomethyl)cyclopropaneacetic acid is 146.21 g/mol.
1-(Mercaptomethyl)cyclopropaneacetic acid is listed as being used in connection with the following API: Montelukast sodium.
The listed synonym or IUPAC name for 1-(Mercaptomethyl)cyclopropaneacetic acid is 2-[1-(sulfanylmethyl)cyclopropyl]acetic acid.