Description

[(4-Chloro-2,5-Dimethylphenyl)Thio]Acetic Acid is a specialized organosulfur compound that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its unique structure, featuring both a thioether linkage and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams, as well as production chemists, in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the thioether moiety is critical for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic chlorine substituent for enhanced biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis, useful in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials, where its dual functionality allows for incorporation into complex polymeric backbones.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(4-Chloro-2,5-Dimethylphenyl)Thio]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	93-77-6
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO2S
Molecular Weight	230.71 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Chloro-2,5-dimethylphenylthio)acetic acid; 2-[(4-Chloro-2,5-dimethylphenyl)sulfanyl]acetic acid; 4-Chloro-2,5-dimethylthiophenoxyacetic acid; Acetic acid, [(4-chloro-2,5-dimethylphenyl)thio]-; 93-77-6; (p-Chloro-2,5-xylylthio)acetic acid; 2-(4-Chloro-2,5-dimethylphenylthio)acetic acid
EINECS	202-278-8

Quality Control

Our production of [(4-Chloro-2,5-Dimethylphenyl)Thio]Acetic Acid adheres to stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties as a strong acid/organic solvent and its tendency to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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