Description

1-Methyl-4-(sec-Butylthio)Benzene is a specialized organic sulfur compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a thioether linkage, makes it a critical building block for the development of complex molecules in high-value sectors. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific sulfur-containing motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sec-butylthio group can influence biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for incorporation into polymers or organic electronic materials to modify properties like solubility and electron transport.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for creating sulfur-containing aroma chemicals, subject to purity and regulatory compliance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing more complex molecular architectures through various coupling and functionalization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-4-(sec-Butylthio)Benzene
CAS No.	54576-40-8
Molecular Formula	C11H16S
Molecular Weight	180.31 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(sec-Butylthio)toluene; 4-(sec-Butylthio)toluene; 1-Methyl-4-[(1-methylpropyl)thio]benzene; 4-Methylphenyl sec-butyl sulfide; sec-Butyl 4-tolyl sulfide; Toluene, 4-(sec-butylthio)-; Benzene, 1-methyl-4-(1-methylpropyl)thio]-
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our chemical intermediates. Production of 1-Methyl-4-(sec-Butylthio)Benzene is monitored using advanced analytical techniques including GC and HPLC to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. Our quality system supports compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and industrial use.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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