Description

4-Chloro-2-Methylbenzenethiol is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring a thiol (-SH) functional group on a chlorinated and methylated benzene ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in fine chemical manufacturing for applications requiring precise sulfur incorporation.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a precursor for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing sulfur heterocycles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be utilized to introduce thiol groups into polymer chains, altering properties like adhesion and cross-linking density.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Methylbenzenethiol
CAS No.	17178-01-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClS
Molecular Weight	158.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-chlorobenzenethiol; 4-Chloro-o-toluenethiol; 4-Chloro-2-methylthiophenol; 2-Methyl-4-chlorothiophenol; 4-Chloro-2-methylbenzenethiol; 4-Chloro-2-toluenethiol; (4-Chloro-2-methylphenyl)thiol; 17178-01-7
EINECS	241-211-5

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Chloro-2-Methylbenzenethiol adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC and HPLC to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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