Description

Difluoromethylthioacetic Acid CAS NO 83494-32-0 is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a difluoromethylthio group attached to an acetic acid backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry, particularly for introducing sulfur and fluorine motifs into target molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research organizations for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

Difluoromethylthioacetic Acid serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its primary applications include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those requiring fluorinated thioether functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in creating novel monomers or ligands for advanced polymers and catalysts.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: Serves as a model compound for investigating the reactivity of difluoromethylthio groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Difluoromethylthioacetic Acid
CAS No.	83494-32-0
Molecular Formula	C3H4F2O2S
Molecular Weight	142.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Difluoromethylthio)acetic Acid; Acetic Acid, 2-[(difluoromethyl)thio]-; (Difluoromethylthio)ethanoic Acid; DFMTA; S-(Difluoromethyl)thioglycolic Acid; Thioglycolic Acid S-(difluoromethyl) Ester
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Quality Control

Our Difluoromethylthioacetic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.