4-Furfurylthio-2-pentanone NEW

4-Thioflavone-4-methyl-2-pentanone, also known as thioflavine T, is an organic compound.

Properties of 4-Furildithio-4-methyl-2-pentanone:

- Melanin is a yellow crystalline powder soluble in water, ethanol, and chloroform, exhibiting good solubility in organic solvents.

- It exhibits strong fluorescence, emitting a yellow-green glow under ultraviolet light.

The uses of 4-furilthio-4-methyl-2-pentanone:

- Melanin is widely used in biochemistry and cell biology as a dye and reagent. It can be employed for observing cell growth, chromosome segregation, and protein polymers under fluorescence microscopy.

- Hematoxylin is also an important histological stain, commonly used for tissue section staining and can be employed to detect tissues with amyloid protein deposits.

Preparation of 4-Furyl-4-methyl-2-pentanone:

The conventional preparation method involves reacting 4-methyl-2-pentanone with sodium thiocyanate to produce 4-furildithio-4-methyl-2-pentanone. The reaction can be carried out under acidic conditions and purified by crystallization to obtain the pure product.

Safety information for 4-furanyl-4-methyl-2-pentanone:

- Melanin is generally considered relatively safe for the human body under normal circumstances, with no definitive reports of toxicity.

- When handling or using, wear gloves and safety goggles, and ensure proper indoor ventilation.

- Avoid inhalation or ingestion, and refrain from mixing with other chemicals to prevent accidents.