Description

4-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-(4-Methylphenylthio)-4-Oxobutanoic Acid is a specialized organic sulfur-containing compound featuring a unique butanoic acid backbone. This chemical is valued as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive thioether and ketone functionalities.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for synthesizing specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic chemistry research for constructing complex sulfur-containing heterocycles and other target molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in the design of novel ligands for metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-(4-Methylphenylthio)-4-Oxobutanoic Acid
CAS No.	298217-65-9
Molecular Formula	C18H18O3S
Molecular Weight	314.40 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(p-Tolyl)-2-[(p-tolyl)thio]-4-oxobutanoic Acid; 2-(4-Methylphenylthio)-4-(4-methylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic Acid; 4-Oxo-4-(4-methylphenyl)-2-[(4-methylphenyl)thio]butanoic Acid; 298217-65-9; Butanoic acid, 4-(4-methylphenyl)-2-[(4-methylphenyl)thio]-4-oxo-; p-Tolylthio Succinic Acid Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-(4-Methylphenylthio)-4-Oxobutanoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.