Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-9H-Thioxanthen-9-One is a specialized brominated thioxanthenone derivative, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the development of photoactive materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with thioxanthene-based structures.
• Photoinitiator Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for manufacturing high-performance photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive bromomethyl group for further functionalization.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of organic semiconductors and other functional materials.
• Cross-linking Agent: Can act as a reactive moiety in polymer chemistry to introduce photo-crosslinkable properties.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a standard or reagent in academic and industrial research for studying photochemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-9H-Thioxanthen-9-One
CAS No.	23117-71-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₉BrOS
Molecular Weight	305.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)thioxanthen-9-one; 9H-Thioxanthen-9-one, 2-(bromomethyl)-; 2-Bromomethylthioxanthone; NSC 403116; 2-Bromomethyl-9-thioxanthenone; Photoinitiator Precursor; Thioxanthenone, 2-(bromomethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Bromomethyl)-9H-Thioxanthen-9-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued lighting where practical.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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