Description

3,4-Dimethoxybenzyl Mercaptan is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring a benzyl mercaptan core substituted with methoxy groups at the 3 and 4 positions. This structure makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing sulfur-containing functional groups. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. Its utility extends to applications in material science and as a precursor for more complex chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring thioether or disulfide linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the dimethoxybenzyl moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chelating ligands in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a chain-transfer agent or functional monomer to introduce sulfur groups into polymers, altering their properties.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing sulfur-containing aroma compounds, given the benzyl mercaptan skeleton.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions, thiol-ene click chemistry, and as a protecting group for thiols.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dimethoxybenzyl Mercaptan
CAS No.	54810-59-2
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2S
Molecular Weight	184.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethoxybenzenemethanethiol; (3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)methanethiol; 3,4-Dimethoxy-α-toluenethiol; 1-(Mercaptomethyl)-3,4-dimethoxybenzene; Veratryl Mercaptan; 3,4-Dimethoxybenzylthiol; α-Mercaptoveratrole
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dimethoxybenzyl Mercaptan is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and prolong shelf life. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.