Description

3-Methoxybenzyl Thiocyanate is a versatile organic building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a methoxybenzyl group and a reactive thiocyanate moiety, makes it a valuable precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring benzyl-protected or sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiocyanate functional group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful in synthesizing molecular probes for studying enzyme activity and biological pathways due to its reactive handle.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the biotechnology and electronics sectors.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxybenzyl Thiocyanate
CAS No.	1233513-38-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9NOS
Molecular Weight	179.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Methoxyphenyl)methyl thiocyanate; m-Methoxybenzyl thiocyanate; 1-(Thiocyanatomethyl)-3-methoxybenzene; 3-Methoxybenzyl isothiocyanate (common misnomer); Thiocyanic acid, (3-methoxybenzyl) ester; α-Thiocyanato-3-methoxytoluene
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 3-Methoxybenzyl Thiocyanate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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