Description

3,4-Dichlorobenzyl Mercaptan is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a benzyl mercaptan core substituted with chlorine atoms. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its ability to introduce sulfur-containing functional groups. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel compounds and fine-tuning molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a thiol or sulfide linkage.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the dichlorobenzyl moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a chain-transfer agent or functional monomer to introduce sulfur groups into polymers, altering their physical and chemical properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel heterocyclic compounds.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing certain sulfur-containing aroma chemicals, subject to strict purity specifications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichlorobenzyl Mercaptan
CAS No.	36480-40-7
Molecular Formula	C7H6Cl2S
Molecular Weight	193.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)methanethiol; 3,4-Dichloro-α-toluenethiol; 1-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)methanethiol; 3,4-Dichlorobenzylthiol; α-Mercapto-3,4-dichlorotoluene; Benzenemethanethiol, 3,4-dichloro-; 3,4-Dichlorobenzyl mercaptan
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichlorobenzyl Mercaptan is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and prolong shelf-life. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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