Description

1-Bromo-3-Butylsulfanylbenzene is a specialized organosulfur and organobromine compound that serves as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromine substituent and a butylthioether group, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring sulfur-containing or halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the butylsulfanyl and bromo groups impart specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers or liquid crystals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems, leveraging the sulfur donor atom.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution, enabling diverse molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-Butylsulfanylbenzene
CAS No.	156021-46-4
Molecular Formula	C10H13BrS
Molecular Weight	245.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Butylthio)-1-bromobenzene; 3-Bromophenyl butyl sulfide; 1-Bromo-3-(butylthio)benzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-3-(butylthio)-; Butyl 3-bromophenyl sulfide; 3-Bromophenyl butyl thioether; m-Bromophenyl butyl sulfide; (3-Bromophenyl)(butyl)sulfane
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Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-Butylsulfanylbenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, including GC, HPLC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.