Description

4-(Benzylthio)-3-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative featuring both nitro and benzylthio functional groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of complex molecules. It is primarily used by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting specific receptors or enzymes.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the nitro and sulfur functionalities are critical for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, dyes, and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis: An essential building block for creating complex heterocyclic compounds, ligands for catalysis, and other fine chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Benzylthio)-3-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	175278-44-1
Molecular Formula	C14H11NO3S
Molecular Weight	273.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-4-(phenylmethylthio)benzaldehyde; 4-(Benzylsulfanyl)-3-nitrobenzaldehyde; 4-(Benzylmercapto)-3-nitrobenzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 4-(benzylthio)-3-nitro-; 4-(Benzylthio)-3-nitro-benzaldehyde; NSC 405124; 175278-44-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Benzylthio)-3-Nitrobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency for your critical R&D and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be minimized under direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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