Description

2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzenethiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring both a bromine substituent and a thiol functional group on a methyl-substituted benzene ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of complex sulfur-containing molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development teams, as well as in materials science for creating novel ligands and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing thioether or disulfide linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the bromine and thiol groups enable specific bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating custom thiol-based ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce thiol functional groups into polymer chains for cross-linking or to impart specific chemical properties.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science: Used in the development of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and surface functionalization on metals like gold.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzenethiol
CAS No.	19693-10-8
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrS
Molecular Weight	203.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-methylthiophenol; 5-Methyl-2-bromobenzenethiol; 1-Bromo-4-methyl-2-mercaptobenzene; 2-Bromo-5-methylphenyl mercaptan; (2-Bromo-5-methylphenyl)thiol; o-Bromo-p-methylbenzenethiol; 2-Bromo-5-toluenethiol; Benzenethiol, 2-bromo-5-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-5-Methylbenzenethiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.