Description

3-[4-(2-Chloroethylsulfanylmethyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a phenylpropanoic acid backbone substituted with a chloroethylthioether group. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex chemical entities, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in medicinal chemistry and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing compound libraries in drug discovery programs.
• Ligand and Probe Synthesis: Used in the development of chemical probes and ligands for biological target validation.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing specialty chemicals with specific functional group combinations.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential building block for advanced polymers or liquid crystals due to its rigid aromatic core and flexible side chains.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[4-(2-Chloroethylsulfanylmethyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	6951-12-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₅ClO₂S
Molecular Weight	258.76 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[4-[(2-Chloroethyl)thio]methyl]phenyl]propanoic Acid; 4-[(2-Chloroethyl)thiomethyl]hydrocinnamic Acid; Benzenepropanoic acid, 4-[(2-chloroethyl)thio]methyl]-; 6951-12-8; (4-((2-Chloroethyl)thiomethyl)phenyl)propionic Acid; 3-(4-((2-Chloroethylthio)methyl)phenyl)propionic Acid; 3-(p-((2-Chloroethylthio)methyl)phenyl)propionic Acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-[4-(2-Chloroethylsulfanylmethyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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