Description

(4-(Benzylthio)Phenyl)Methanol is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring both a benzylthio ether and a benzylic alcohol functional group, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its structure is pivotal for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its sulfur-containing moiety.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and modifiable structure.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Useful for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in Suzuki, Heck, or other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-(Benzylthio)Phenyl)Methanol
CAS No.	3448-98-4
Molecular Formula	C14H14OS
Molecular Weight	230.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Benzylthio)benzyl alcohol; [4-(Benzylsulfanyl)phenyl]methanol; p-(Benzylthio)benzyl alcohol; 1-[4-(Benzylthio)phenyl]methanol; (4-Benzylsulfanylphenyl)methanol; Benzenemethanol, 4-[(phenylmethyl)thio]-; 4-(Phenylmethylthio)benzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-(Benzylthio)Phenyl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with your specified requirements.

Storage

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

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.