Description

4-(tert-Butyl)Benzyl Mercaptan is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a tert-butyl substituted benzyl group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly where the introduction of a thiol-protected or sulfur-containing moiety is required. It is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of new drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring a lipophilic, sulfur-based functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the tert-butylbenzyl group can influence bioavailability and activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of 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 specific properties into polymers and resins.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: May be used as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex sulfur-containing aroma chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the creation of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and surface modification agents due to the thiol group's affinity for metals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(tert-Butyl)Benzyl Mercaptan
CAS No.	49543-63-7
Molecular Formula	C11H16S
Molecular Weight	180.31 g/mol
Synonyms	p-tert-Butylbenzyl Mercaptan; (4-(tert-Butyl)phenyl)methanethiol; 1-(tert-Butyl)-4-(mercaptomethyl)benzene; 4-tert-Butylbenzylthiol; 4-tert-Butyl-α-toluenethiol; p-tert-Butylbenzylthiol; (4-tert-Butylbenzyl)thiol
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Quality Control

Our 4-(tert-Butyl)Benzyl Mercaptan is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, 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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.