Description

p-[(p-Nitrophenyl)Thio]Toluene is a specialized organic sulfur compound featuring a thioether linkage between a toluene and a nitrophenyl group. This molecular structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with specific electronic or binding properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring a specific aryl thioether scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where the nitro and sulfur groups contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or nonlinear optical (NLO) materials, due to its electron-accepting nitro group.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of complex dyes and organic pigments, where it can influence color and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to develop novel ligands for catalysis, leveraging the sulfur donor atom.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to construct biaryl systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	p-[(p-Nitrophenyl)Thio]Toluene
CAS No.	22865-48-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁NO₂S
Molecular Weight	245.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Nitrophenyl)thio]toluene; 1-Methyl-4-[(4-nitrophenyl)thio]benzene; p-Tolyl 4-nitrophenyl sulfide; 4-Methyl-4'-nitrodiphenyl sulfide; (4-Methylphenyl)(4-nitrophenyl) sulfide; 4-(p-Tolylthio)nitrobenzene; NSC 403107
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-[(p-Nitrophenyl)Thio]Toluene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.