Description

Benzenecarbothioic Acid, S-(2-Mercaptoethyl) Ester is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring both a thioester and a free thiol functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in medicinal chemistry, polymer science, and agrochemical formulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting enzyme inhibition or requiring specific sulfur-based linkages.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Used to introduce thiol or thioester functional groups into polymer chains for cross-linking, adhesion promotion, or creating stimuli-responsive materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating chelating agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new pesticides and herbicides where the thioester moiety is a critical bioactive component.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Utilized in linking biomolecules (e.g., peptides, proteins) to other entities via its reactive thiol group.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and surface functionalization on gold and other substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenecarbothioic Acid, S-(2-Mercaptoethyl) Ester
CAS No.	132975-07-6
Molecular Formula	C9H10OS2
Molecular Weight	198.31 g/mol
Synonyms	S-(2-Mercaptoethyl) Benzenecarbothioate; 2-Mercaptoethyl Thiobenzoate; Thiobenzoic Acid S-(2-Mercaptoethyl) Ester; Benzenecarbothioic Acid, S-(2-Mercaptoethyl) Ester; (2-Sulfanylethyl) Benzenecarbothioate; 2-(Benzoylthio)ethanethiol; S-(2-Sulfanylethyl) Benzenecarbothioate
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Quality Control

Our Benzenecarbothioic Acid, S-(2-Mercaptoethyl) Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation due to its sensitive thiol group. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, separate from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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