Description

3-Chloro-4-(Methylthio)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic synthetic intermediate characterized by its unique halogenated and sulfur-containing aromatic structure. This compound is critical for facilitating complex molecular transformations in advanced chemical synthesis, offering a versatile building block for the introduction of specific functional groups. It is primarily required by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chlorinated thioanisole moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and other transformations to construct complex molecular architectures in R&D laboratories.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control and method development for chemical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-(Methylthio)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	105442-23-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO2S
Molecular Weight	216.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Chloro-4-(methylthio)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-4-(methylthio)-, methyl ester; 3-Chloro-4-methylthiobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-chloro-4-methylsulfanylbenzoate; 105442-23-7; 3-Chloro-4-(methylmercapto)benzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4-(Methylthio)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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