Description

Ethyl 4-Mercaptocinnamate is a specialized organic compound belonging to the cinnamate ester family, featuring a reactive thiol (mercapto) group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications requiring thiol-ene click chemistry, polymer modification, and as a precursor for bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting cysteine proteases or requiring thiol-based conjugation.
• Polymer Science & Material Chemistry: Used as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and hydrogels via thiol-ene reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides where the cinnamate and thiol functionalities impart specific biological activity.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Building Block: Employed in the synthesis of complex molecules for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Utilized in biochemical research for labeling proteins, peptides, and other biomolecules due to its reactive thiol group.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Investigated as a component in the development of advanced electronic and photonic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Mercaptocinnamate
CAS No.	1076198-07-6
Molecular Formula	C11H12O2S
Molecular Weight	208.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (E)-4-mercaptocinnamate; 4-Mercaptocinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-Sulfanylcinnamate; (E)-Ethyl 3-(4-mercaptophenyl)acrylate; Ethyl p-Mercaptocinnamate; 1076198-07-6; Ethyl trans-4-mercaptocinnamate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Mercaptocinnamate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and Karl Fischer titration for moisture content. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.