Description

3-Chloro-4'-(Ethylthio)Benzophenone is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzophenone core substituted with chloro and ethylthio functional groups. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a functionalized benzophenone scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and sulfur-containing motifs.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing advanced organic materials, such as photoinitiators or ligands for catalytic systems.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex aromatic and heterocyclic compounds via cross-coupling and functional group transformation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4'-(Ethylthio)Benzophenone
CAS No.	844884-99-7
Molecular Formula	C15H13ClOS
Molecular Weight	276.78 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-4'-(ethylthio)benzophenone; 3-Chloro-4'-(ethylsulfanyl)benzophenone; (3-Chlorophenyl)[4-(ethylthio)phenyl]methanone; Benzophenone, 3-chloro-4'-(ethylthio)-; 844884-99-7; 3-Chloro-4'-ethylthiobenzophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4'-(Ethylthio)Benzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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