Description

(4-Hydroxy-2-Methylphenyl)Dimethylsulphur Chloride is a specialized organosulfur compound that serves as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its unique structure, which makes it a key building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a functionalized phenolic sulfur moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its structural features can enhance biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in creating novel monomers or additives for polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic reagent in palladium-catalyzed and other transition metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-sulfur bonds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis or metal complexation studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Hydroxy-2-Methylphenyl)Dimethylsulphur Chloride
CAS No.	37596-80-8
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClOS
Molecular Weight	202.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl(4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)sulfonium Chloride; 4-Hydroxy-2-methylphenyldimethylsulfonium Chloride; (4-Hydroxy-o-tolyl)dimethylsulfonium Chloride; 2-Methyl-4-hydroxyphenyldimethylsulfonium Chloride; Sulfonium, dimethyl(4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)-, chloride; p-Hydroxy-o-tolyldimethylsulfonium Chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Hydroxy-2-Methylphenyl)Dimethylsulphur Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high standards, including cGMP for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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