Description

4-Methoxybenzoyl Isothiocyanate is a versatile organic synthesis intermediate characterized by its reactive isothiocyanate functional group. This compound is crucial for the efficient construction of heterocyclic scaffolds and thiourea derivatives, offering a key building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for creating thiourea and heterocyclic compounds with biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the isothiocyanate moiety can be leveraged for its reactivity with amines.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional materials that require specific thiocarbonyl-based linkages.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Acts as a reactive handle for bioconjugation and labeling of biomolecules due to its selective reactivity with amino groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Facilitates the preparation of various sulfur and nitrogen-containing heterocycles, such as thiazoles and related structures.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Used to create novel thiourea-based ligands for metal complexes in catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxybenzoyl Isothiocyanate
CAS No.	16778-84-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO2S
Molecular Weight	193.22 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Anisoyl Isothiocyanate; 4-Methoxybenzoyl Isothiocyanate; p-Methoxybenzoyl Isothiocyanate; (4-Methoxyphenyl)carbonyl Isothiocyanate; Isothiocyanic Acid 4-Methoxybenzoyl Ester; 4-Methoxybenzenecarbothioic Acid Isothiocyanate; 4-Methoxybenzoyl Mustard Oil
EINECS	240-828-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxybenzoyl Isothiocyanate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%

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