Description

sec-Butyl(o-Tolyl) Sulfide is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a sec-butyl group and an ortho-tolyl group bonded to a sulfur atom. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring tailored sulfur-containing molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the sulfur moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of complex ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Functional Material Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	sec-Butyl(o-Tolyl) Sulfide
CAS No.	54576-38-4
Molecular Formula	C11H16S
Molecular Weight	180.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1-(2-methylphenyl)sulfanylbutane; 1-Methyl-1-(o-tolylthio)propane; (2-Methylphenyl)(1-methylpropyl)sulfide; o-Tolyl sec-butyl sulfide; 2-(sec-Butylthio)toluene; sec-Butyl 2-tolyl sulfide; Butane, 1-(2-methylphenyl)thio-2-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our sec-Butyl(o-Tolyl) Sulfide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profile.

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 oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.