Description

tert-Butyl(4-Methylphenyl) Sulfide is a specialized organosulfur compound with the CAS registry number 7439-10-3. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its unique steric and electronic properties imparted by the tert-butylthio group. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research targeting sulfur-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the tert-butylthio moiety can influence biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor or ligand in organometallic chemistry and catalysis for specialized chemical transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl(4-Methylphenyl) Sulfide
CAS No.	7439-10-3
Molecular Formula	C11H16S
Molecular Weight	180.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylphenyl tert-butyl sulfide; p-Tolyl tert-butyl sulfide; 1-tert-Butylsulfanyl-4-methylbenzene; (4-Methylphenyl)(tert-butyl)sulfane; tert-Butyl p-tolyl sulfide; 4-(tert-Butylthio)toluene; p-(tert-Butylthio)toluene; 7439-10-3
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl(4-Methylphenyl) Sulfide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and meet the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and 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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.