Description

4-Nitrobenzyl Mercaptan is a versatile aromatic thiol derivative characterized by its nitro and mercaptan functional groups. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of sulfur-containing moieties into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from drug discovery to material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a protected or derivatized thiol group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitrobenzyl group acts as a key structural component.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of novel ligands for metal catalysis and as a building block for functionalized materials.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a chain transfer agent or functional monomer to introduce specific properties into polymers.
• Chemical Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating sulfur-based compound libraries.
• Peptide Chemistry: Can be used for the protection of cysteine residues or as a scaffold in peptide mimetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitrobenzyl Mercaptan
CAS No.	26798-33-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2S
Molecular Weight	169.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Nitrophenyl)methanethiol; p-Nitrobenzyl Mercaptan; 4-Nitrobenzenemethanethiol; 4-Nitro-α-toluenethiol; 1-(Mercaptomethyl)-4-nitrobenzene; p-Nitrobenzylthiol; 4-Nitrobenzyl Thiol; α-Mercapto-p-xylene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitrobenzyl Mercaptan is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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