Description

1-Chloro-2-[(2-Chloroethyl)Thio]Benzene is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a benzene ring substituted with chlorine and a 2-chloroethylthio group, making it a valuable intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. Its structure is particularly significant for introducing sulfur-containing functional groups and for use in cyclization reactions to form heterocyclic compounds. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing benzothiazine or related sulfur heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chlorinated thioether moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile reagent for studying nucleophilic substitution reactions and for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the development of specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-2-[(2-Chloroethyl)Thio]Benzene
CAS No.	71501-27-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2S
Molecular Weight	207.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1-[(2-chloroethyl)thio]benzene; 1-Chloro-2-(2-chloroethylthio)benzene; o-Chloro(2-chloroethylthio)benzene; Benzene, 1-chloro-2-[(2-chloroethyl)thio]-; 2-Chlorophenyl 2-chloroethyl sulfide; (2-Chlorophenyl)(2-chloroethyl) sulfide
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Chloro-2-[(2-Chloroethyl)Thio]Benzene adheres to stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for critical applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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