Description

Bis(4-(Mercaptomethyl)Phenyl)Methanone is a specialized aromatic compound featuring two thiol (-SH) functional groups, making it a valuable building block in advanced material synthesis. Its bifunctional mercapto structure is critical for introducing cross-linking sites and modifying polymer properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop materials with enhanced thermal stability, adhesion, or specific reactivity.

Application

• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: Used to introduce thiol groups into polymer backbones for vulcanization, improving elasticity, thermal resistance, and mechanical strength in specialty rubbers and resins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a rigid, aromatic scaffold with reactive thiol handles.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Acts as a adhesion promoter and curing agent in high-performance epoxy, polyurethane, and acrylic systems, enhancing bond strength and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials, where its rigid biphenyl core and functional groups contribute to desired molecular alignment and properties.
• Chelating Agent & Metal Complex Precursor: Utilized to create ligands for metal catalysis or extraction, leveraging the affinity of its thiol groups for various metal ions.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis and material science R&D for creating novel monomers, dendrimers, and functionalized surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(4-(Mercaptomethyl)Phenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	58931-68-3
Molecular Formula	C15H14O1S2
Molecular Weight	274.40 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Bis(mercaptomethyl)benzophenone; 1,1'-[Carbonylbis(4,1-phenylene)]bis(methanethiol); Bis[4-(mercaptomethyl)phenyl]methanone; 4,4'-Dithiomethylbenzophenone; Benzophenone-4,4'-dithiol; (4-Mercaptomethylphenyl)(4-(mercaptomethyl)phenyl)methanone; α,α'-Dimercapto-p,p'-benzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Bis(4-(Mercaptomethyl)Phenyl)Methanone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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