Description

4-Iodothioanisole is a versatile organosulfur and organoiodine compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a thioether and an iodine substituent, makes it a crucial building block for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and materials science research. This high-purity reagent is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for cross-coupling reactions and heterocyclic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing sulfur heterocycles or requiring Suzuki, Stille, or other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the introduction of iodine and sulfur functionalities is required for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials, such as organic semiconductors and liquid crystals, where its molecular structure can influence electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems, leveraging the reactivity of the iodine atom for further functionalization.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Iodothioanisole
CAS No.	35371-03-0
Molecular Formula	C7H7IS
Molecular Weight	250.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Iodo-4-(methylthio)benzene; p-Iodothioanisole; 4-(Methylthio)iodobenzene; Methyl 4-iodophenyl sulfide; 4-Methylthioiodobenzene; p-Methylthioiodobenzene; (4-Iodophenyl)(methyl)sulfane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Iodothioanisole adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research and development requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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