Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Mercapto-3,5-Dimethyl- is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzoic acid core substituted with a thiol (mercapto) group and two methyl groups, making it a valuable building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its reactive thiol and carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Acts as a chelating agent or ligand in transition metal catalysis for various organic transformations.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or additive in the creation of polymers with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Mercapto-3,5-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	501378-36-5
Molecular Formula	C9H10O2S
Molecular Weight	182.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercapto-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid; 3,5-Dimethyl-2-mercaptobenzoic acid; 2-Sulfanyl-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid; 3,5-Dimethylsalicylic acid thiol; Benzoic acid, 2-mercapto-3,5-dimethyl-; 2-Mercapto-3,5-dimethyl-benzoesäure (German); Acide 2-mercapto-3,5-diméthylbenzoïque (French)
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Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 2-Mercapto-3,5-Dimethyl- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), related substances, and residual solvents are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.