Description

3-Chloro-4-Methylthiobenzylchloride is a versatile and reactive benzyl chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups, which allow for selective modifications to create complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the methylthio and chloro groups contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic labs exploring new synthetic pathways and heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-Methylthiobenzylchloride
CAS No.	109418-89-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2S
Molecular Weight	207.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-3-chloro-4-(methylthio)benzene; 3-Chloro-4-(methylthio)benzyl Chloride; 4-Methylthio-3-chlorobenzyl Chloride; α,3-Dichloro-4-(methylthio)toluene; (3-Chloro-4-methylsulfanylphenyl)methyl chloride; Benzenemethanol, 3-chloro-4-(methylthio)-, chloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-4-Methylthiobenzylchloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.