Description

2,5-Dichlorophenyl Chlorothioformate is a specialized organosulfur reagent used as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the production of agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials, enabling the introduction of the dichlorophenylthio moiety. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, crop protection, and pharmaceutical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the dichlorophenyl group for bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a reagent for introducing thioester or thiol protecting groups, and in the construction of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with specific sulfur-containing pharmacophores.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and materials with tailored thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development, exploring new reaction pathways involving chlorothioformate chemistry.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal catalysis or functionalizing surfaces for catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dichlorophenyl Chlorothioformate
CAS No.	31862-85-8
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl3OS
Molecular Weight	241.52 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dichlorophenyl Chlorothioformate; Carbonochloridothioic Acid O-(2,5-Dichlorophenyl) Ester; 2,5-Dichlorophenyl Chloromethanethioate; Chlorothioformic Acid 2,5-Dichlorophenyl Ester; O-(2,5-Dichlorophenyl) Chlorothioformate; 2,5-Dichlorophenyl Chlorothionoformate; (2,5-Dichlorophenoxy)carbonyl Chloride Sulfide
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dichlorophenyl Chlorothioformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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