Description

4-(tert-Butylsulfanyl)Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a tert-butylthio substituent on a benzoic acid core. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for applications requiring specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science research and development teams for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study biological processes and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical intermediate for custom synthesis projects requiring high-purity, structurally complex benzoic acid derivatives.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-(tert-Butylsulfanyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	13205-51-1
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2S
Molecular Weight	210.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(tert-Butylthio)benzoic acid; 4-(tert-Butylsulfanyl)benzoic acid; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethylthio)benzoic acid; 4-(tert-Butylmercapto)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-[(1,1-dimethylethyl)thio]-; p-(tert-Butylthio)benzoic acid; 4-tert-Butylsulfanyl-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(tert-Butylsulfanyl)Benzoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to cGMP and ISO standards ensures reliable supply for your most demanding R&D and scale-up projects.

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, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.