Description

3-Isothiocyanato Benzoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive bifunctional organic intermediate. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce both an isothiocyanate group and an acid chloride moiety into target molecules in a single step, enabling efficient synthesis. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Peptide & Protein Modification: Acts as a coupling agent or labeling reagent for modifying biomolecules via the reactive isothiocyanate group.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Isothiocyanato Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	36915-57-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4ClNOS
Molecular Weight	197.64 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isothiocyanatobenzoyl chloride; m-Isothiocyanatobenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 3-isothiocyanato-; 3-Isocyanatobenzoyl chloride (common misnomer); 3-(Isothiocyanato)benzoyl chloride; 1-Chloro-3-isothiocyanatobenzene-1-carbonyl; Meta-isothiocyanatobenzoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 3-Isothiocyanato Benzoyl Chloride is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and titration for assay determination. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Custom purity grades and analytical packages are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile. Allow the sealed container to reach ambient temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay (Titration)	≥ 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.