Description

1-(4-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3,3-Bis-Methylsulfanyl-Propenone is a high-purity organic chemical building block characterized by its unique enone structure flanked by methylsulfanyl groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthon in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex heterocyclic frameworks and functional materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing sulfur heterocycles or chalcone derivatives with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development for creating new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage its reactive enone functionality.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing advanced polymers, ligands for catalysis, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a model compound or starting material in methodological studies for new carbon-carbon or carbon-heteroatom bond-forming reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3,3-Bis-Methylsulfanyl-Propenone
CAS No.	33868-76-7
Molecular Formula	C12H14O2S2
Molecular Weight	254.37 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Bis(methylthio)-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-propen-1-one; 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3,3-bis(methylthio)-2-propen-1-one; 3,3-Bis(methylsulfanyl)-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one; 4-Methoxyphenyl 3,3-bis(methylthio)propenyl ketone; (E)-3,3-Bis(methylthio)-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one; Propenone, 1-(4-methoxyphenyl)-3,3-bis(methylthio)-; 33868-76-7; p-Methoxyphenyl 3,3-bis(methylthio)propenyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3,3-Bis-Methylsulfanyl-Propenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.