Description

Methylsulfanylmethyl 2-Acetyloxybenzoate is a specialized organic ester compound with a unique molecular structure combining acetyloxybenzoate and methylsulfanylmethyl functional groups. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel molecules for research and industrial applications. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical innovators, and fine chemical manufacturers seeking to introduce specific functionalities into their target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where its ester and thioether groups impart specific biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex esters, thioethers, and other derivatives in custom synthesis projects.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the research of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: May be employed in the development of linkers or probes for biochemical and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylsulfanylmethyl 2-Acetyloxybenzoate
CAS No.	76432-30-9
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4S
Molecular Weight	240.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Acetyloxy)benzoic acid (methylthio)methyl ester; Salicylic acid acetate (methylthio)methyl ester; (Methylthiomethyl) salicylate acetate; Acetylsalicylate methylthiomethyl ester; Methylsulfanylmethyl salicylate acetate; Methylthiomethyl 2-acetoxybenzoate; (Methylsulfanylmethyl) 2-acetoxybenzoate; 2-Acetoxybenzoic acid methylthiomethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methylsulfanylmethyl 2-Acetyloxybenzoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent composition, meeting the specifications required for research and industrial synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by HPLC, GC, NMR, and other relevant techniques.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. The compound may be moisture-sensitive; handle and store under an inert atmosphere if specified for high-purity grades.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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