Description

2,3-Dimethylbenzothiophene Sulfoxide is a specialized organosulfur compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its significance lies in its sulfoxide functional group, which is pivotal for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This high-purity intermediate is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical discovery, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its sulfur-containing heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a precursor for advanced organic electronic materials and ligands for catalytic systems.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in asymmetric synthesis and oxidation reactions as a chiral auxiliary or oxidizing agent.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for methodological studies in organic chemistry and process optimization in pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethylbenzothiophene Sulfoxide
CAS No.	70445-88-4
Molecular Formula	C10H10OS
Molecular Weight	178.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethylbenzo[b]thiophene 1-Oxide; 2,3-Dimethyl-1-benzothiophene S-Oxide; 2,3-Dimethylbenzothiophene S-Oxide; 2,3-Dimethyl-1-benzothiophene 1-Oxide; 2,3-Dimethylbenzo[b]thiophene S-Oxide; 2,3-Dimethylthianaphthene Sulfoxide; DBTO
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethylbenzothiophene Sulfoxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability.

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.