Description

Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Mercapto- CAS NO 1677-25-4 is a specialized organosulfur compound that serves as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, combining a reactive benzoyl chloride group with a thiol functionality, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing specific molecular motifs. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical sectors who require high-purity, reliable intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thioether or disulfide linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the thiol group imparts specific biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain-transfer agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins, modifying material properties.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions to introduce the 2-mercaptobenzoyl moiety into target molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in medicinal chemistry and material science research for exploring new chemical entities and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Mercapto- CAS NO 1677-25-4
CAS No.	1677-25-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClOS
Molecular Weight	172.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercaptobenzoyl Chloride; o-Mercaptobenzoyl Chloride; 2-Sulfanylbenzoyl Chloride; 2-Mercaptobenzoic Acid Chloride; Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Mercapto-; 2-Thiosalicyloyl Chloride; (2-Sulfanylphenyl)methanoyl Chloride; 2-Carboxybenzenethiol Chloride
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Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Mercapto- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and reacts as a strong acid/organic solvent. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, oxidizing agents, and moisture. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert gas atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow liquid or crystalline mass
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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