Description

Bromomethyl Phenyl Sulfide is a versatile organosulfur building block characterized by its reactive bromomethyl group attached to a phenyl sulfide moiety. This compound is of significant commercial importance as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex sulfur-containing molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing thioether or sulfonium functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the phenyl sulfide group imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for creating molecular probes to study biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Custom Synthesis: A fundamental reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis houses working on client-specific molecular targets.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromomethyl Phenyl Sulfide
CAS No.	35572-08-8
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrS
Molecular Weight	203.10 g/mol
Synonyms	(Bromomethyl)(phenyl)sulfane; Phenylthiomethyl Bromide; α-Bromobenzyl Sulfide; (Phenylthio)methyl Bromide; Benzylthio Bromide; Bromomethyl Phenyl Thioether; Bromo(phenylthio)methane; Toluene, α-bromo-α-thio-
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Quality Control

Our Bromomethyl Phenyl Sulfide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and identity.

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 acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C for extended stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

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.