Description

2-(tert-Butylthio)Benzaldehyde is a specialized organic sulfur compound featuring a benzaldehyde core substituted with a tert-butylthio group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science research and development teams seeking to introduce specific sulfur-containing functionalities into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring thioether or sulfoxide moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the tert-butylthio group can influence biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, polymers, and liquid crystals where sulfur-containing aromatic aldehydes modify material properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(tert-Butylthio)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	65924-65-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₄OS
Molecular Weight	194.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(1,1-Dimethylethyl)thio]benzaldehyde; 2-(tert-Butylsulfanyl)benzaldehyde; o-(tert-Butylthio)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-[(1,1-dimethylethyl)thio]-; 2-tert-Butylthiobenzaldehyde; 2-(tert-Butylmercapto)benzaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(tert-Butylthio)Benzaldehyde adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or an opaque secondary container until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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