Description

Benzenemethanethiol, 2,4-Difluoro- (9Ci) is a fluorinated aromatic thiol building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a reactive thiol (-SH) group and fluorine substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for the site-specific modification of proteins and peptides or as a building block for activity-based probes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanethiol, 2,4-Difluoro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	170924-51-3
Molecular Formula	C7H6F2S
Molecular Weight	160.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Difluorobenzyl mercaptan; (2,4-Difluorophenyl)methanethiol; α,2,4-Trifluorotoluene thiol; 2,4-Difluoro-α-toluenethiol; 2,4-Difluorobenzylthiol; 2,4-Difluorophenylmethyl mercaptan; 1-(Mercaptomethyl)-2,4-difluorobenzene
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Quality Control

Our Benzenemethanethiol, 2,4-Difluoro- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its sensitivity, keep away from strong oxidizing agents and minimize exposure to air and moisture.

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.