Description

4-Chloro-2-Nitrothioanisole is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both chloro and nitro substituents on a thioanisole core, makes it a critical building block for the production of complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel sulfur-containing heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for creating specialized sulfur-based dyes and organic pigments.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysis, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, particularly in nucleophilic aromatic substitution and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Nitrothioanisole
CAS No.	1889-57-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO2S
Molecular Weight	203.65 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-(methylthio)-2-nitrobenzene; 4-Chloro-2-nitro-1-(methylthio)benzene; 2-Nitro-4-chlorothioanisole; Benzene, 1-chloro-4-(methylthio)-2-nitro-; 4-Chloro-2-nitrothioanisole; 4-Chloro-2-nitro-1-methylthiobenzene; Methyl 4-chloro-2-nitrophenyl sulfide
EINECS	217-553-3

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Nitrothioanisole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the highest standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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