Description

2-[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a thioether-linked dichlorobenzyl group to a benzoic acid core. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, where its unique structure allows for the introduction of specific steric and electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme receptors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides where the dichlorobenzyl moiety is critical for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating custom ligands in catalytic systems or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for synthesizing polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in constructing molecular probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	385383-42-6
Molecular Formula	C14H10Cl2O2S
Molecular Weight	313.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)methylthio]benzoic acid; 2-[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)thio]benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-[(2,4-dichlorobenzyl)thio]-; 2-(2,4-Dichlorobenzylsulfanyl)benzoic acid; 2-[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)sulfanyl]benzoic acid; 385383-42-6; 2-(2,4-Dichlorobenzylmercapto)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)Sulfanyl]Benzenecarboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and results from techniques like HPLC, NMR, and IR are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its easily oxidized nature, minimize headspace and exposure to air after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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