2-(Benzylthio)benzoic acid

CAS: 1531-80-2

Ref. 3D-FB132522

Product Information

• Name: 2-(Benzylthio)benzoic acid
• Synonyms: benzoic acid, 2-[(phenylmethyl)thio]-, Timtec-Bb Sbb000842, 2-(Benzylsulfanyl)Benzoate

Description

2-(Benzylthio)benzoic acid is a crystalline compound that belongs to the class of organic compounds known as benzylthiobenzoates. It has been found to have a high yield and efficiency in the synthesis of 2-mercaptobenzothiazole, which is an important intermediate for the production of various pharmaceuticals. 2-(Benzylthio)benzoic acid also serves as an antioxidant, inhibiting the oxidation of other compounds by hydrogen peroxide. This product has shown anticancer activity in recombinant human cells and is being studied for its use in radiation therapy. The compound also exhibits strong anion exchange properties.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 244.31 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₂S
• Purity: Min. 95%
• InChI: InChI=1S/C14H12O2S/c15-14(16)12-8-4-5-9-13(12)17-10-11-6-2-1-3-7-11/h1-9H,10H2,(H,15,16)
• InChI key: InChIKey=IQMZULGMADGDLC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: O=C(O)c1ccccc1SCc1ccccc1