Description

2-[(4-Cyanophenyl)Sulfanyl]Propanoic Acid is a specialized organic building block featuring a thioether-linked cyanophenyl and propanoic acid moiety. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring a thioether-linked aromatic system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyanophenyl group imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers or additives for advanced polymers and functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study enzyme activity or biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(4-Cyanophenyl)Sulfanyl]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	1019535-82-0
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2S
Molecular Weight	207.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Cyanophenyl)thio]propanoic acid; α-Methyl-4-cyanobenzenethioacetic acid; 4-Cyanophenyl 2-carboxyethyl sulfide; 2-(4-Cyanophenylsulfanyl)propionic acid; 2-(p-Cyanophenylthio)propionic acid; 1019535-82-0; 2-(4-Cyanophenylsulfanyl)propanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-[(4-Cyanophenyl)Sulfanyl]Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is analytically verified to meet precise customer specifications, with purity typically exceeding 95% (HPLC). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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