Description

Benzenemethanethiol, 3-(1-Methylethyl)- (9Ci) is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiol functional group on a benzyl carbon adjacent to an isopropyl-substituted aromatic ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing sulfur-containing moieties. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical research and development teams for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of new drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways where the thiol group can act as a pharmacophore or linker.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the isopropylbenzylthiol structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a precursor for chelating ligands in catalysis, useful in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds, contributing to savory, roasted, or tropical notes in high-value applications.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized as a chain-transfer agent or functional monomer to introduce thiol groups into polymers, altering properties like adhesion, cross-linking potential, and stability.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and surface functionalization of metals or nanoparticles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenemethanethiol, 3-(1-Methylethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	756501-89-0
Molecular Formula	C10H14S
Molecular Weight	166.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isopropylbenzyl mercaptan; (3-Isopropylphenyl)methanethiol; α-Toluenethiol, 3-isopropyl-; m-Isopropylbenzylthiol; 3-(1-Methylethyl)benzenemethanethiol; 3-Isopropyl-α-toluenethiol; Benzenemethanethiol, m-isopropyl-; 756501-89-0 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzenemethanethiol, 3-(1-Methylethyl)- adheres to stringent internal quality protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, supporting its use in critical R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results for assay, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation and light, prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.