Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-Mercapto-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester is a specialized organosulfur compound that serves as a versatile intermediate and stabilizer in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a thiol-protected tert-butyl ester and a benzoic acid moiety, makes it valuable for applications requiring controlled reactivity and stability. This product is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking high-purity building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring thiol-protecting groups or specific ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additive & Stabilizer: Acts as a light stabilizer and antioxidant in specialty polymers and coatings to prevent degradation.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in organic synthesis for creating complex sulfur-containing compounds and fine chemicals.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Employed in formulating high-performance additives where antioxidant and anti-wear properties are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-Mercapto-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester
CAS No.	96630-12-5
Molecular Formula	C12H16O2S
Molecular Weight	224.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercaptobenzoic Acid tert-Butyl Ester; tert-Butyl 2-Mercaptobenzoate; 2-Sulfanylbenzoic Acid 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester; Benzoic Acid, 2-Mercapto-, tert-Butyl Ester; 2-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)thiophenol; TBMB; (2-Mercaptophenyl)carboxylic Acid tert-Butyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 2-Mercapto-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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