Description

4-(Phenylthio)Benzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative featuring a phenylthio substituent, making it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is prized for its role as a key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. It is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, life sciences, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific sulfur-containing motifs into complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing benzaldehyde and thioether functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the phenylthio group enhances biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored optoelectronic properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing sulfur-containing dyes and specialty colorants.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to construct biaryl systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Phenylthio)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	1208-88-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀OS
Molecular Weight	214.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Phenylthio)benzaldehyde; p-(Phenylthio)benzaldehyde; 4-(Phenylsulfanyl)benzaldehyde; 4-(Benzenethio)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-(phenylthio)-; (4-Formylphenyl)(phenyl)sulfane; NSC 404083; 4-Phenylthiobenzaldehyde
EINECS	214-904-7

Quality Control

Our 4-(Phenylthio)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards for fine chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	70 - 74 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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