Description

Phenol, 4-[(1-Methylethyl)Thio]- is a specialized organosulfur compound derived from phenol, featuring an isopropylthio substituent. This structural motif makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the fields of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical and life science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a precursor in medicinal chemistry for developing potential drug candidates with modified biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal complexes.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific properties like antioxidant activity or altered solubility.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various organic transformations to introduce the phenol and thioether functional groups into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 4-[(1-Methylethyl)Thio]-
CAS No.	70551-46-1
Molecular Formula	C9H12OS
Molecular Weight	168.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Isopropylthiophenol; p-Isopropylthiophenol; 4-(Isopropylthio)phenol; 4-(1-Methylethylthio)phenol; 1-Isopropylthio-4-hydroxybenzene; Phenol, p-(isopropylthio)-; 4-Hydroxyphenyl isopropyl sulfide
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Quality Control

Our production of Phenol, 4-[(1-Methylethyl)Thio]- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research and industrial use. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 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.