Description

[3-(Mercaptomethyl)-2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl]Methanethiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring two thiol (-SH) functional groups on a sterically hindered aromatic core. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis and catalysis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring controlled reactivity and complex molecular assembly.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring thioether linkages or metal-chelating moieties.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, enabling asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Acts as a chain transfer agent or cross-linking monomer in the production of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacture of certain pesticides and herbicides where its aromatic-thiol structure contributes to biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material science applications.
• Metal Scavenging/Complexation: Its dithiol functionality allows it to act as a chelating agent for heavy metals in specific analytical or purification processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	[3-(Mercaptomethyl)-2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl]Methanethiol
CAS No.	10074-13-2
Molecular Formula	C11H16S2
Molecular Weight	212.38 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(mercaptomethyl)-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene; 2,4,6-Trimethyl-1,3-bis(mercaptomethyl)benzene; 1,3-Dimercaptomethyl-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene; DMTB; Dithiol TMB; TMB-Dithiol; [3-(Mercaptomethyl)-2,4,6-trimethylphenyl]methanethiol (IUPAC); 2,4,6-Trimethyl-m-phenylenedimethanethiol
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Quality Control

Our production of [3-(Mercaptomethyl)-2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl]Methanethiol adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its easily oxidized nature and thiol functionality, prolonged exposure to air or moisture should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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