Description

3-Iodo-2'-Thiomethylbenzophenone is a high-value, multi-functional organic intermediate featuring both an iodine substituent and a thioether group on a benzophenone core. This unique structure makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and advanced material science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological disorders or acting as enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its halogen and sulfur functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Building block for organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport molecules or photoactive components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes for studying biological processes due to its modifiable iodine and thioether sites.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthetic projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodo-2'-Thiomethylbenzophenone
CAS No.	890098-53-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11IOS
Molecular Weight	354.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-(Methylthio)phenyl)(3-iodophenyl)methanone; 3-Iodo-2'-(methylthio)benzophenone; Methanone, (2-(methylthio)phenyl)(3-iodophenyl)-; Benzophenone, 3-iodo-2'-(methylthio)-; 890098-53-0; (3-Iodophenyl)(2-(methylsulfanyl)phenyl)methanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Iodo-2'-Thiomethylbenzophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, ensuring compliance with your research and development protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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