Description

2-[(4-Chlorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a thioether-linked chlorobenzyl group attached to a benzoic acid core. This unique structure makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chlorobenzyl thioether moiety.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its aromatic and sulfur-containing structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating complex ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research of novel polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or structural properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study biological pathways and enzyme interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(4-Chlorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	15887-84-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11ClO2S
Molecular Weight	278.75 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Chlorophenyl)methyl]sulfanyl]benzoic acid; 2-((4-Chlorobenzyl)thio)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-[(4-chlorophenyl)methyl]thio]-; 4-Chlorobenzyl 2-carboxyphenyl sulfide; (4-Chlorobenzylthio)benzoic acid; 2-(p-Chlorobenzylthio)benzoic acid; 2-[(4-Chlorobenzyl)thio]benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(4-Chlorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability.

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.

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.