Description

3-Bromo-4'-(Methylthio)Benzophenone is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a benzophenone core substituted with bromine and methylthio functional groups. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial labs for studying cross-coupling reactions and as a scaffold for creating functionalized aromatic systems.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of advanced dyes and liquid crystal materials due to its rigid, substituted benzophenone structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4'-(Methylthio)Benzophenone
CAS No.	197439-23-9
Molecular Formula	C14H11BrOS
Molecular Weight	307.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4'-(methylsulfanyl)benzophenone; (3-Bromophenyl)[4-(methylthio)phenyl]methanone; 3-Bromo-4'-(methylmercapto)benzophenone; 4'-(Methylthio)-3-bromobenzophenone; Methanone, (3-bromophenyl)[4-(methylthio)phenyl]-; Benzophenone, 3-bromo-4'-(methylthio)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4'-(Methylthio)Benzophenone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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