Description

3'-Mercaptoacetophenone is a versatile sulfur-containing aromatic ketone, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive ketone and a thiol group, makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of thiazole, thiophene, and other sulfur-containing heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate sulfur motifs.
• Material Science: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysis, and monomers for specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in organic chemistry for Michael additions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a thiol source in coupling reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds, though at high purity grades.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand for metal complexes due to its thiol and carbonyl functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	3'-Mercaptoacetophenone
CAS No.	35337-69-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8OS
Molecular Weight	152.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Mercaptophenyl)ethanone; 3-Acetylbenzenethiol; 3-Acetylthiophenol; m-Mercaptoacetophenone; 3'-Thioacetophenone; 3-Acetylphenyl mercaptan; Ethanone, 1-(3-mercaptophenyl)-; 3-(Acetyl)benzenethiol
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Quality Control

Our 3'-Mercaptoacetophenone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.