Description

2,6-Dimethylthiophenol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiophenol core with methyl substituents at the 2 and 6 positions. This structural configuration makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. It is essential for research and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors who require high-purity, reliable chemical intermediates for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing thioether or arylthio functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the thiophenol moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Polymer and Material Science: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions and coupling reactions to introduce the 2,6-dimethylphenylthio group into target molecules.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: May be used in the research and development of certain sulfur-containing aroma compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethylthiophenol
CAS No.	118-72-9
Molecular Formula	C8H10S
Molecular Weight	138.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol; 2,6-Xylenethiol; 2,6-Dimethylphenyl mercaptan; Thio-2,6-xylenol; 2,6-Dimethylthiophenol; 1-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethylbenzenethiol; 2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol
EINECS	204-274-5

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dimethylthiophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent quality degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.