Description

Bis(p-Chlorobenzyl)Disulfide is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a disulfide bridge flanked by p-chlorobenzyl groups. This molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. Key industries that utilize this compound include fine chemical manufacturing, life science research, and material science, where it serves as a precursor for ligands, vulcanization agents, and bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting sulfur-mediated biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate chlorinated aromatic and disulfide motifs.
• Polymer & Rubber Additive: Acts as a cross-linking or vulcanization agent in the manufacture of specialty polymers and elastomers to enhance material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex disulfide-containing molecules.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the development of metal-chelating ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and industrial chemical processes.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the creation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and advanced functional materials on surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(p-Chlorobenzyl)Disulfide
CAS No.	23566-17-8
Molecular Formula	C14H12Cl2S2
Molecular Weight	323.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(4-Chlorobenzyl) Disulfide; Di(p-Chlorobenzyl) Disulfide; 1,2-Bis[(4-chlorophenyl)methyl]disulfane; 4,4'-Dichlorodibenzyl Disulfide; NSC 403821; p-Chlorobenzyl Disulfide; Bis(4-Chlorobenzyl) Disulphide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(p-Chlorobenzyl)Disulfide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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