Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl Thiocyanate is a specialized organic compound featuring both phenolic and thiocyanate functional groups, making it a valuable chemical intermediate. This compound matters for its role in synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and fine chemicals. Industries such as pharmaceutical research, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical synthesis require this precise building block for creating advanced materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block in medicinal chemistry for the development of potential drug candidates.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated into polymer chains as a functional monomer to impart specific properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in organic synthesis laboratories for exploring new reaction pathways and creating complex thiocyanate derivatives.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-sulfur bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl Thiocyanate
CAS No.	3774-53-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7NOS
Molecular Weight	165.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-hydroxyphenyl thiocyanate; 3-Methyl-4-hydroxyphenyl thiocyanate; 4-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzenethiocyanate; 4-Thiocyanato-2-methylphenol; 2-Methyl-4-thiocyanatophenol; p-Hydroxy-m-tolyl thiocyanate; 1-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-thiocyanatobenzene
EINECS	223-233-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl Thiocyanate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, and purity determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or an opaque secondary container.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.