Description

o-[(α-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Phenol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a phenolic group and a thioether linkage. This chemical is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications requiring specific sulfur-based molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a hindered phenolic or thioether moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additive: Acts as an antioxidant or stabilizer precursor in plastics and rubber formulations to inhibit degradation.
• Ligand in Catalysis: Employed in the development of metal-organic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-[(α-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Phenol
CAS No.	29549-70-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₄OS
Molecular Weight	230.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(1-Phenylethyl)thio]phenol; o-[(α-Methylbenzyl)thio]phenol; 2-[(α-Methylbenzyl)thio]phenol; 2-(1-Phenylethylsulfanyl)phenol; Phenol, 2-[(1-phenylethyl)thio]-; (2-Hydroxyphenyl)(1-phenylethyl)sulfide
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Quality Control

Our o-[(α-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Phenol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen or argon) is recommended to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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