Description

4-Nitro-4'-Methylthiobenzophenone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzophenone class, distinguished by its nitro and methylthio functional groups. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its benzophenone core for bioactivity.
• Photoinitiator Precursor: Serves as a synthetic precursor for specialized photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and materials science applications.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a potential intermediate for the synthesis of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitro-4'-Methylthiobenzophenone
CAS No.	127615-48-9
Molecular Formula	C14H11NO3S
Molecular Weight	273.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-4'-(methylthio)benzophenone; (4-Methylsulfanylphenyl)-(4-nitrophenyl)methanone; 4-Nitro-4'-(methylmercapto)benzophenone; 4'-Methylthio-4-nitrobenzophenone; Methanone, (4-(methylthio)phenyl)(4-nitrophenyl)-; Benzophenone, 4-nitro-4'-(methylthio)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitro-4'-Methylthiobenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure 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). This product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.