Description

4-Hydroxydibenzothiophene is a high-purity organic sulfur heterocycle, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and functional building block. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines a hydroxyl group with the dibenzothiophene scaffold, enabling precise chemical modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in research for creating charge-transport materials, OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) components, and other semiconductor applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a foundational structure for designing sophisticated ligands in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized sulfur-containing dyes and functional pigments.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxydibenzothiophene
CAS No.	24444-75-5
Molecular Formula	C12H8OS
Molecular Weight	200.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibenzothiophen-4-ol; 4-Dibenzothiophenol; 4-Hydroxydibenzothiophene; 4-Dibenzothienol; 4-HDBT; 4-Hydroxydibenzo[b,d]thiophene; NSC 403119
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxydibenzothiophene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR, for comprehensive characterization and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.