Description

2-[(2-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Ethanamine (Saltdata: Free) is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzylthio-ethylamine core structure, making it a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is particularly relevant for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients or ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor-binding activities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides where the thioether and amine functionalities impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in asymmetric catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, dyes, and performance materials requiring a tailored molecular scaffold.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial research exploring new chemical entities, structure-activity relationships (SAR), and novel synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(2-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Ethanamine (Saltdata: Free)
CAS No.	60116-43-0
Molecular Formula	C10H15NS
Molecular Weight	181.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(2-Methylphenyl)methylthio]ethanamine; 2-[(o-Tolylmethyl)thio]ethylamine; N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)-2-methylbenzylamine; 2-((2-Methylbenzyl)thio)ethan-1-amine; Ethanamine, 2-[(2-methylphenyl)methylthio]-; 2-Methylbenzylthioethylamine; o-Methylbenzyl 2-aminoethyl sulfide
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-[(2-Methylbenzyl)Thio]Ethanamine adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can compromise product integrity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single unknown impurity	≤ 0.5%

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