Description

Benzene, 1,2-Difluoro-3-(Methylthio)- (9Ci) is a specialized fluorinated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique structure, which combines fluorine atoms and a methylthio group on a benzene ring, enabling precise modifications to molecular properties. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates. The CAS number for this product is 130922-38-2.

Application

This fluorinated intermediate is a versatile synthon for constructing complex molecules. Key application areas include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorine atoms to modulate bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the difluoro and thioether motifs can enhance biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced materials with tailored electronic or surface properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of sophisticated ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable substrate for studying nucleophilic aromatic substitution and other reactions involving fluorinated arenes.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Development: Its rigid, substituted aromatic core makes it a candidate for synthesizing components in electronic display materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1,2-Difluoro-3-(Methylthio)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	130922-38-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6F2S
Molecular Weight	160.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Difluoro-3-(methylthio)benzene; 3-(Methylthio)-1,2-difluorobenzene; 1,2-Difluoro-3-methylthiobenzene; 2,3-Difluorophenyl methyl sulfide; Methyl 2,3-difluorophenyl sulfide; (2,3-Difluorophenyl)(methyl)sulfane
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Quality Control

Our Benzene, 1,2-Difluoro-3-(Methylthio)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

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