Description

3-(Methylthio)Biphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a biphenyl core substituted with both a carboxylic acid and a methylthio functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties like adhesion, thermal stability, or solubility.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry and methodology development.
• Coordination Chemistry Ligand: The carboxylic acid group can act as a binding site for metal ions, useful in creating catalysts or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Methylthio)Biphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	885965-43-5
Molecular Formula	C14H12O2S
Molecular Weight	244.31 g/mol
Synonyms	[3-(Methylsulfanyl)phenyl]benzoic acid; 3'-Methylthio-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid; 3-(Methylmercapto)biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid; 3-(Methylthio)-3-biphenylcarboxylic acid; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid, 3'-(methylthio)-; 3-Carboxy-3'-(methylthio)biphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(Methylthio)Biphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and production. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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.