Description

2,5-Difluorobenzyl Mercaptan is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a benzyl mercaptan core substituted with fluorine atoms at the 2 and 5 positions. This structure makes it a valuable fluorinated building block for synthesizing complex molecules where the introduction of fluorine can modulate biological activity, lipophilicity, and metabolic stability. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. The compound serves as a critical intermediate in the creation of novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where fluorine atoms enhance efficacy and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of fluorinated polymers and specialty chemicals with unique surface properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for introducing thiol-reactive or fluorinated tags into biomolecules for study and diagnostics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Difluorobenzyl Mercaptan
CAS No.	886497-92-3
Molecular Formula	C7H6F2S
Molecular Weight	160.18 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,5-Difluorophenyl)methanethiol; α-Mercapto-2,5-difluorotoluene; 2,5-Difluorobenzylthiol; 2,5-Difluoro-α-toluenethiol; 1-(Mercaptomethyl)-2,5-difluorobenzene; 2,5-Difluorobenzyl Mercaptan; (2,5-Difluorobenzyl)thiol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5-Difluorobenzyl Mercaptan is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 compliant manufacturing for research and development applications.

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 place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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