Description

1-(3-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3,3-Bis-Methylsulfanyl-Propenone is a specialized organic building block featuring a propenone core flanked by methoxyphenyl and methylsulfanyl groups, offering unique reactivity for advanced synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is essential for chemists and R&D teams in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors seeking to introduce specific sulfur-containing functionalities into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring thioether or ketone functional groups.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the methylsulfanyl moiety can influence biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for Michael additions, cyclization reactions, and the construction of heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysis, or specialty polymers.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3,3-Bis-Methylsulfanyl-Propenone
CAS No.	56944-71-9
Molecular Formula	C12H14O2S2
Molecular Weight	254.37 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Bis(methylthio)-1-(3-methoxyphenyl)-2-propen-1-one; 1-(3-Methoxyphenyl)-3,3-bis(methylthio)-2-propen-1-one; 3,3-Bis(methylsulfanyl)-1-(3-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one; 3-Methoxy-β,β-bis(methylthio)styryl ketone; (E)-3,3-Bis(methylthio)-1-(3-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-en-1-one; Propenone, 1-(3-methoxyphenyl)-3,3-bis(methylthio)-; 56944-71-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(3-Methoxy-Phenyl)-3,3-Bis-Methylsulfanyl-Propenone adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. 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, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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