Description

Acetic Acid, [(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)Thio]- (9Ci) is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thioether-linked catechol moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate and research chemical for developing novel materials and bioactive molecules. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer science sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or antioxidant pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators leveraging its phenolic structure.
• Polymer Science & Material Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers with specific adhesion, UV-absorption, or metal-chelating properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules containing catechol and thioether functional groups.
• Antioxidant Studies: Investigated as a model compound or precursor in antioxidant research due to the presence of the catechol unit.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized in the production of ligands designed for metal ion binding in catalytic or analytical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, [(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)Thio]- (9Ci)
CAS No.	263153-43-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8O4S
Molecular Weight	200.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)thio]acetic acid; (3,4-Dihydroxyphenylthio)acetic Acid; 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenylsulfanyl)acetic Acid; Acetic acid, 2-[(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)thio]-; 4-Thiocatecholacetic Acid; 263153-43-1; T6SJ BVQ CVQ &&S- Form
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide high-purity research-grade material with comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your R&D and quality assurance protocols.

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, consider an inert atmosphere. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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