Description

4-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring a reactive thiol (-SH) group and a brominated aromatic ring. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring thioether or disulfide linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a chain transfer agent or functional monomer to introduce aromatic and thiol groups into polymers.
• Material Science: Employed in the surface functionalization of nanoparticles and the creation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs).
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for constructing sulfur-containing heterocycles and other complex organic frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan
CAS No.	19552-10-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrS
Molecular Weight	203.10 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Bromophenyl)methanethiol; p-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan; 4-Bromobenzylthiol; α-Bromo-p-toluenethiol; 1-Bromo-4-(mercaptomethyl)benzene; p-Bromobenzylthiol; (4-Bromomethyl)benzenethiol
EINECS	243-156-4

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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