Description

Sodium Benzoylthioethanesulfonate is a specialized organosulfur compound with significant utility as a key intermediate and functional additive. Its unique structure, featuring both a benzoyl and a sulfonate group, makes it valuable for introducing specific chemical functionalities in advanced synthesis. This product is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise molecular modification. Its role is critical in processes where controlled reactivity and solubility are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring thioether or sulfonate linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or additive to impart specific properties like hydrophilicity or ionic character to polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic chemists exploring new reaction pathways and creating complex sulfur-containing molecules.
• Surfactant & Detergent Formulation: Potential use as a specialized anionic surfactant component in high-performance cleaning systems.
• Electroplating Additive: Can be employed in electroplating baths to improve the quality and characteristics of metal deposits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Benzoylthioethanesulfonate
CAS No.	117845-84-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9NaO4S2
Molecular Weight	276.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzenecarbothioic acid, S-(2-sulfoethyl) ester, sodium salt; 2-(Benzoylthio)ethanesulfonic acid sodium salt; Sodium 2-(benzoylthio)ethanesulfonate; Benzoylthioethanesulfonic acid sodium salt; BTES-Na; SBTS
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Quality Control

Our Sodium Benzoylthioethanesulfonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identification (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications and test results.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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