Description

2-(3-Chlorophenylthio)Acetic Acid is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and a thioether functional group attached to a chlorinated aromatic ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring a chlorophenylthio moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex sulfur-containing heterocycles and other organic structures in R&D laboratories.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control and method development for related compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Chlorophenylthio)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	3996-38-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClO2S
Molecular Weight	202.66 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Chlorophenylthio)acetic Acid; 2-[(3-Chlorophenyl)sulfanyl]acetic Acid; 3-Chlorobenzenethiol, O-acetic acid derivative; Acetic acid, 2-[(3-chlorophenyl)thio]-; m-Chlorophenylthioacetic Acid; 2-(3-Chlorophenylmercapto)acetic Acid; 3996-38-1; NSC 163081
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Chlorophenylthio)Acetic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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