Description

4-(Methylthiomethyl)Anisole is a versatile aromatic ether and thioether compound, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both methoxy and methylthiomethyl functional groups, makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with specific properties. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the thioether moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a building block for creating complex aromatic compounds used in specialty fragrance and flavor formulations.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials due to its modifiable aromatic core.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a protecting group or functional handle in multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Used to synthesize specialty monomers or additives that impart specific characteristics to polymer matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Methylthiomethyl)Anisole
CAS No.	5925-86-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12OS
Molecular Weight	168.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methoxy-4-(methylthiomethyl)benzene; p-(Methylthiomethyl)anisole; 4-Methoxyphenyl methyl sulfide; Anisole, 4-(methylthiomethyl)-; Methyl (4-methoxybenzyl) sulfide; (4-Methoxybenzyl) methyl sulfide; p-Methoxybenzyl methyl sulfide
EINECS	227-666-4

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(Methylthiomethyl)Anisole adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with REACH and other global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.550 - 1.560
Density (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/mL

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