Description
Prepared from 2-methyl-1-butyl isothiourea picrate by conversion
to bis [(s)-2-methylbutyl] disulfide, followed by reduction to the
corresponding thiol, using sodium metal in liquid ammonia.
Chemical Properties
2-Methyl-1-butanethiol has a disagreeable odor.
Chemical Properties
clear colourless liquid
Occurrence
Reported as occurring in the petroleum fraction boiling between 111 and 150°C; also in cooked beef.
Uses
2-Methyl-1-butanethiol is a thiol with antiinflammatory properties.
Preparation
From 2-methyl-1-butyl isothiourea picrate by conversion to bis [(s)-2-methylbutyl] disulfide, followed by reduction to the
corresponding thiol, using sodium metal in liquid ammonia.
Definition
ChEBI: 2-Methyl-1-butanethiol is an alkanethiol.
