Description

2-[(2-Carboxyethyl)Thio]Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring both a benzoic acid and a thioether-linked carboxylic acid side chain. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring a thioether-linked carboxylic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional carboxylic acid groups into polymer backbones for enhanced properties like adhesion or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial research labs for constructing complex sulfur-containing organic molecules.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Potential use in developing linkers for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and other biopharmaceutical applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-[(2-Carboxyethyl)Thio]Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	41907-42-0
Molecular Formula	C10H10O4S
Molecular Weight	226.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(2-Carboxyethyl)sulfanyl]benzoic acid; 2-(2-Carboxyethylthio)benzoic Acid; 3-[(2-Carboxyphenyl)thio]propanoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-[(2-carboxyethyl)thio]-; NSC 403119; 2-(2-Carboxy-ethylsulfanyl)-benzoic acid; (2-Carboxyethylthio)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-[(2-Carboxyethyl)Thio]Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets your research and development specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformity to agreed parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.