Description

2-(Phenylthio)Benzoic Acid is a versatile sulfur-containing aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a phenylthio group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the thioether linkage is pharmacologically relevant.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its bioactivity as a core structural motif.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a modifying agent to impart specific chemical resistance, thermal stability, or adhesion properties to advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions and coupling protocols to introduce the benzoic acid-phenylthio moiety into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Phenylthio)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1527-12-4
Molecular Formula	C13H10O2S
Molecular Weight	230.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Phenylthio)benzoic acid; o-(Phenylthio)benzoic acid; 2-Phenylthiobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(phenylthio)-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid, 2'-thio-; 2-(Phenylsulfanyl)benzoic acid; (2-Carboxyphenyl) phenyl sulfide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Phenylthio)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and consistent high-quality standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided and available upon request.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.