Description

3-(4-Methylphenyl)-4'-Thiomethylpropiophenone is a specialized organic compound featuring a propiophenone core substituted with a 4-methylphenyl group and a thiomethyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex sulfur-containing molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and crop protection agent development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting neurological or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the thiomethyl group can modulate biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for advanced polymers and liquid crystals with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic chemistry research for cross-coupling reactions and as a scaffold for heterocyclic compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Methylphenyl)-4'-Thiomethylpropiophenone
CAS No.	898768-67-7
Molecular Formula	C17H18OS
Molecular Weight	270.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Thiomethyl-3-(p-tolyl)propiophenone; 1-[4-(Methylthio)phenyl]-3-(4-methylphenyl)-1-propanone; 3-(4-Methylphenyl)-1-[4-(methylsulfanyl)phenyl]propan-1-one; 898768-67-7; p-Tolyl 4'-methylthiopropiophenone; 3-(p-Tolyl)-4'-(methylthio)propiophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-Methylphenyl)-4'-Thiomethylpropiophenone adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.