Description

3-Methyldibenzothiophene is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced material science and chemical research. Its unique dibenzothiophene core, functionalized with a methyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate and model compound for studying sulfur-containing polycyclic aromatic systems. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, petrochemical analysis, and pharmaceutical development who require precise, well-defined molecular structures.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a key building block or dopant material in the development of novel charge-transport layers and light-emitting materials for OLEDs and OFETs.
• Petroleum Marker & Geochemical Analysis: Used as a standard or reference compound for gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) in the fingerprinting of crude oils and environmental forensics to track pollution sources.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a sophisticated synthon for the synthesis of complex molecules with potential biological activity, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting sulfur-heterocycle scaffolds.
• Material Science Additive: Investigated for its properties as a component in advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or as a ligand precursor in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Analytical Chemistry Standard: Employed as a high-purity calibration standard in analytical laboratories for method development and quantification of related sulfur heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyldibenzothiophene
CAS No.	16587-52-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀S
Molecular Weight	198.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylbenzo[b]naphtho[2,1-d]thiophene; Dibenzothiophene, 3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-DBT; 3-MDBT; 3-Methyldibenzothiophene; 3-Methyl-dibenzothiophene; 3-Methylbenzonaphthothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyldibenzothiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards for high-purity fine chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place 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)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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