Description

Benzenecarbothioic Acid, 2,5-Difluoro-, S-Methyl Ester is a specialized fluorinated thiobenzoate derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive thioester moiety with fluorine substituents that direct further chemical transformations, enabling the creation of complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to construct novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides and fungicides with enhanced activity and environmental profile.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystals where fluorine atoms impart unique stability and properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a reagent for labeling and modifying biomolecules in proteomics and enzyme studies.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in palladium-catalyzed cross-couplings for carbon-sulfur bond formation.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Intermediate for synthesizing novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenecarbothioic Acid, 2,5-Difluoro-, S-Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1146210-64-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6F2OS
Molecular Weight	188.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Difluorobenzenecarbothioic Acid S-Methyl Ester; S-Methyl 2,5-Difluorothiobenzoate; Methyl 2,5-Difluorothiobenzoate; 2,5-Difluorothiobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; 2,5-Difluorophenyl Thioate, Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,5-Difluorobenzenecarbothioate; (2,5-Difluorophenyl)(methylsulfanyl)methanone
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzenecarbothioic Acid, 2,5-Difluoro-, S-Methyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP compliance for use in regulated research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
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.