Description

1-(Chloromethyl)-2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Sulfanyl]Benzene is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a chloromethyl and a chlorophenylthioether functional group. This compound matters as a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is needed by research and development chemists and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a diphenyl sulfide or benzyl chloride moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the chloromethyl group allows for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers due to its aromatic and sulfur-containing structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and route scouting.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Chloromethyl)-2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Sulfanyl]Benzene
CAS No.	13459-60-4
Molecular Formula	C13H10Cl2S
Molecular Weight	269.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)thio]benzyl Chloride; 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)thio]Benzene; 2-[(p-Chlorophenyl)thio]benzyl Chloride; (4-Chlorophenyl)(2-chloromethylphenyl) Sulfide; α-Chloro-2-[(4-chlorophenyl)thio]toluene; NSC 403107; Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-2-[(4-chlorophenyl)thio]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)Sulfanyl]Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

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.