Description

1-Bromo-2-[(Methylsulfanyl)Methyl]Benzene is a versatile organosulfur and organobromine compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and methylthioether functional groups, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This high-purity intermediate is essential for chemists and process developers in fine chemical synthesis, material science, and ligand development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing benzothiophene or aryl sulfide motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromine atom allows for further functionalization.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create sulfur-containing ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitution reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-[(Methylsulfanyl)Methyl]Benzene
CAS No.	19614-11-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrS
Molecular Weight	217.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)phenyl methyl sulfide; 1-Bromo-2-(methylthiomethyl)benzene; o-(Bromomethyl)phenyl methyl sulfide; (2-Bromobenzyl) methyl sulfide; Benzene, 1-bromo-2-[(methylthio)methyl]-; α-Bromo-o-xylene methyl sulfide; Methyl (2-bromobenzyl) sulfide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-[(Methylsulfanyl)Methyl]Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and commercial synthesis. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density	~1.45 g/cm³

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