Description

(4-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Acetic Acid is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thioether-linked acetic acid moiety to a 4-methylbenzyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing sulfur-containing functional groups. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science research and development teams seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring thioether linkages for bioactivity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides where the benzylthioacetic acid structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions or asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce sulfur-containing side chains into polymers, potentially altering properties like adhesion, metal chelation, or reactivity.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry, enabling the study of sulfur-based reactions and molecular design.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	58511-20-9
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2S
Molecular Weight	196.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Methylphenyl)methylsulfanyl]acetic acid; (p-Methylbenzylthio)acetic Acid; 4-Methylbenzylmercaptoacetic Acid; [(4-Methylphenyl)methylthio]acetic Acid; Acetic acid, [(4-methylphenyl)methylthio]-; 58511-20-9; p-Tolylmethylthioacetic Acid; 2-((4-Methylbenzyl)thio)acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Acetic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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