Description

1,2,3,4,5-Pentakis(Methylthio)Benzene is a unique, fully substituted benzene derivative where each hydrogen atom is replaced by a methylthio (-SCH₃) functional group. This highly symmetrical, sulfur-rich compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel molecules with tailored electronic and structural properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring sulfur-containing heterocycles or as a core scaffold for medicinal chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a precursor for developing new crop protection agents, such as fungicides or insecticides, leveraging its unique sulfur-based chemistry.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a potential building block for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, or charge-transport materials due to its electron-rich nature.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of polydentate ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry, especially in transition metal complexes.
• Material Science: Investigated for the development of novel organic frameworks, porous materials, or polymers with specific thermal and chemical stability.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a model compound in academic and industrial research to study steric effects, reaction mechanisms, and the properties of per-thioether substituted aromatics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4,5-Pentakis(Methylthio)Benzene
CAS No.	65516-74-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₄S₅
Molecular Weight	314.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentakis(methylthio)benzene; Benzene, 1,2,3,4,5-pentakis(methylthio)-; 1,2,3,4,5-Pentamethylthiobenzene; Hexamethylthiobenzene (common misnomer); Pentamethylthio-benzene; 1,2,3,4,5-Pentathiamethylbenzene; Benzene pentathiol methyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4,5-Pentakis(Methylthio)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.