Description

2-(Methylthio)Phenyl Isocyanate is a specialized aromatic isocyanate monomer featuring a methylthio substituent. This compound is a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced polymers and fine chemicals, valued for its unique reactivity and the properties it imparts to final products. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the isocyanate group enables the formation of urea or carbamate linkages in active molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a versatile reagent for constructing pharmacologically active compounds, particularly in the development of molecules containing thiomethylphenyl moieties.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in polyurethane and polyurea systems, enhancing material properties like adhesion, chemical resistance, or thermal stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating custom chemical entities with specific functionalities.
• Specialty Coatings and Adhesives: Incorporated into formulations to improve performance characteristics such as durability, flexibility, and resistance to environmental factors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylthio)Phenyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	52260-30-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7NOS
Molecular Weight	165.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylmercapto)phenyl isocyanate; 2-(Methylsulfanyl)phenyl isocyanate; o-(Methylthio)phenyl isocyanate; 1-Isocyanato-2-(methylthio)benzene; 2-Methylthiophenyl isocyanate; 2-(Methylthio)benzenisocyanate; (2-Methylsulfanylphenyl)isocyanate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Methylthio)Phenyl Isocyanate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analytically verified to meet precise purity and composition specifications through advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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). Due to its moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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