Description

2-Amino-3-Chlorothiophenol is a versatile aromatic thiol derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a thiol group on a chlorinated benzene ring, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of benzothiazole and thiazolopyridine derivatives, which are core structures in various drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a chlorinated aniline-thiol backbone.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Acts as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation processes.
• Polymer and Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and functionalized materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing sulfur-containing dyes and organic pigments.
• Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-Chlorothiophenol
CAS No.	73628-29-2
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClNS
Molecular Weight	159.63 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-aminobenzenethiol; 2-Amino-3-chlorobenzenethiol; 3-Chloro-2-mercaptoaniline; 2-Mercapto-6-chloroaniline; Benzenethiol, 2-amino-3-chloro-; 2-Amino-3-chlorothiophenol; 6-Chloro-2-aminothiophenol; 2-Amino-3-chlorophenyl mercaptan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-3-Chlorothiophenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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