
Catalog Number	AR003FTU
Chemical Name	2-(tert-Butylthio)benzaldehyde
CAS Number	65924-65-4
Molecular Formula	C11H14OS
Molecular Weight	194.2933
MDL Number	MFCD00040294
SMILES	O=Cc1ccccc1SC(C)(C)C

2-(tert-Butylthio)benzaldehyde, 96%, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis to introduce the tert-butylthio functional group into organic molecules. This specialized reagent serves as a key building block in the creation of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials due to its unique chemical properties.In organic synthesis, 2-(tert-Butylthio)benzaldehyde plays a crucial role in the construction of complex molecular structures by serving as a precursor for the synthesis of diverse sulfur-containing compounds. The tert-butylthio group acts as a versatile protecting group, allowing chemists to selectively modify specific functional groups within a molecule while safeguarding the rest of the structure from unwanted reactions.Moreover, the aromatic benzaldehyde moiety provides a convenient handle for further derivatization through a range of reactions such as nucleophilic addition, condensation, and reduction. This enables chemists to tailor the molecular architecture of the final product to achieve specific properties or functions required for the intended application.The exceptional purity of the 96% grade of 2-(tert-Butylthio)benzaldehyde ensures consistent and reliable results in chemical transformations, making it a preferred choice for research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and academic institutions engaged in the synthesis of novel bioactive compounds and functional materials.

2-(tert-Butylthio)benzaldehyde

65924-65-4

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