Description

Ethyl 3-Methylsulfanylbenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, CAS NO 1442-02-0, valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring both an ester and a thioether group, makes it a critical precursor for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty material industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a benzoate-thioether scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific functional properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals and specialty esters.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and novel reaction development.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Ethyl 3-Methylsulfanylbenzoate
CAS No.	1442-02-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2S
Molecular Weight	196.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(Methylthio)benzoate; 3-(Methylthio)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 3-(methylthio)-, ethyl ester; m-(Methylthio)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl m-Methylmercaptobenzoate; Ethyl 3-Methylmercaptobenzoate; 3-Methylsulfanyl-benzoic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Methylsulfanylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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