Description

3-(3-Methylphenyl)-2'-Thiomethylpropiophenone is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a propiophenone core substituted with a 3-methylphenyl group and a thiomethyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its sulfur-containing functional group.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and conducting structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating novel ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in chemical process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Methylphenyl)-2'-Thiomethylpropiophenone
CAS No.	898790-55-1
Molecular Formula	C17H18OS
Molecular Weight	270.39 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[3-(3-Methylphenyl)-1-oxopropyl]-2-(methylthio)benzene; 2'-(Methylthio)-3-(m-tolyl)propiophenone; 3-(3-Methylphenyl)-2'-(methylthio)propiophenone; m-Tolyl 2'-(methylthio)propiophenone; Propiophenone, 3-(3-methylphenyl)-2'-(methylthio)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(3-Methylphenyl)-2'-Thiomethylpropiophenone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.