Description

2-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring both a bromine substituent and a thiol functional group, making it a valuable synthon in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the preparation of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Industries that require it include pharmaceutical intermediates, liquid crystal materials, and specialty chemical manufacturing for applications in material science and catalysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring benzylthioether or thioacetal linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the bromobenzyl moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Acts as a building block for mesogenic compounds in display technologies due to its rigid aromatic core and modifiable thiol group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the creation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and in the functionalization of surfaces or polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions, thioether formation, and as a protecting group for thiols in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the synthesis of conductive polymers, self-assembled monolayers (SAMs), and other advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan
CAS No.	143888-85-1
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrS
Molecular Weight	203.10 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromophenyl)methanethiol; α-Bromo-o-toluenethiol; 2-Bromobenzylthiol; 1-Bromo-2-(mercaptomethyl)benzene; o-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan; 2-Bromobenzenemethanethiol; Bromobenzyl Mercaptan; 2-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromobenzyl Mercaptan undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing batch-specific results. Our quality management system adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring traceability and consistency for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and light-sensitive (store away from light), it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong 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%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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