4-Bromothiophenol, CAS No. 106-53-6

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106-53-6

Catalog No. EBD12477

CAS 106-53-6

Name 4-Bromothiophenol

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Basic Information

Synonyms: p-bromobenzenethiol p-bromothiophenol 4-bromo-benzenethio benzenethiol,p-bromo- p-bromophenylthiol 4-bromothiophenol,98% 4-Bromobenzenethiol 4-Bromothiophenol 4-bromobenzenethiolate

Molecular Formula: C6H5BrS

Molecular Weight: 189.07

MDL Number: MFCD00004845

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Sulfides and Thioethers Synthetic Chemistry > Basic Synthetic Reagents > Other Basic Synthetic Reagents

Product Description:

4-Bromobenzenethiol is an organosulfur compound with the molecular formula C6H5BrS. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic unpleasant odor. This compound serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, primarily due to the presence of both a reactive thiol (-SH) group and a bromine substituent on the aromatic ring. Its primary application is as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various sulfur-containing compounds. The thiol group can undergo reactions such as nucleophilic substitution, oxidation to disulfides, or formation of thioethers. The bromine atom allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck, Sonogashira) or nucleophilic aromatic substitution. This dual functionality makes it valuable for constructing complex molecules, including ligands for catalysis, materials science precursors, and pharmaceutical intermediates. Handling requires caution as thiols are generally malodorous and can be toxic. It should be stored under an inert atmosphere and used in a well-ventilated fume hood.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 73-76 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 239 °C(lit.)

Flash Point: 239°C

Density: 1.599 g/cm3

Storage: Refrigerator

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Transport Codes: 3335

Analytical Data

Appearance: White to light yellow crystal powder