Description

2-(Methylthio)Phenyl Isothiocyanate is a versatile sulfur-containing organic building block with a unique thiocyanate functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in agrochemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, crop protection, and pharmaceutical industries for constructing heterocyclic compounds and active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive isothiocyanate group.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block for developing potential drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the (methylthio)phenyl moiety and for constructing thiazole and benzothiazole derivatives.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Bioconjugation & Labeling: Its reactive isothiocyanate group can be used to label proteins or other biomolecules for analytical or diagnostic purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylthio)Phenyl Isothiocyanate
CAS No.	51333-75-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7NS2
Molecular Weight	181.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylthio)phenyl isothiocyanate; 2-Methylthiophenyl isothiocyanate; o-(Methylthio)phenyl isothiocyanate; 1-Isothiocyanato-2-(methylthio)benzene; 2-(Methylsulfanyl)phenyl isothiocyanate; NSC 163081; (2-Methylsulfanylphenyl)isothiocyanate
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Methylthio)Phenyl Isothiocyanate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline solid or liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.