Description

1,3-Benzenedithiol CAS NO 626-04-0 is a high-purity aromatic dithiol compound, serving as a critical building block and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its dual thiol functionality, which enables it to act as a versatile chelating agent and a precursor for heterocyclic and polymeric materials. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex molecules, including potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Ligand for Metal Complexation: Acts as a chelating agent in catalysis and material science for binding transition metals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins with unique properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a key intermediate in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitutions and cyclization reactions.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the development of conductive polymers, sensors, and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Benzenedithiol
CAS No.	626-04-0
Molecular Formula	C6H6S2
Molecular Weight	142.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dimercaptobenzene; m-Benzenedithiol; 1,3-Benzenedimethanethiol; m-Phenylenedithiol; Benzene-1,3-dithiol; 3-Mercaptobenzenethiol; NSC 403697
EINECS	210-937-5

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Benzenedithiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store this material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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