Description

3-Methoxy Thioanisole is a versatile aromatic thioether compound with a methoxy substituent, serving as a key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to act as a building block for more complex molecules in advanced organic synthesis. This product is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific sulfur-containing functionalities into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring thioether or methoxybenzene motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for creating specific sulfur-containing aromatic compounds used in specialty fragrance formulations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials and polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions for constructing complex heterocyclic and aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy Thioanisole
CAS No.	2388-74-1
Molecular Formula	C8H10OS
Molecular Weight	154.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methoxy-3-(methylthio)benzene; 3-(Methylthio)anisole; m-Methoxy Thioanisole; Methyl 3-Methoxyphenyl Sulfide; 3-Methoxyphenyl Methyl Sulfide; 3-Methylmercaptoanisole; (3-Methoxyphenyl)(methyl)sulfane
EINECS	219-207-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxy Thioanisole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.10 g/cm³

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