3238-95-7

Basic information

• Product Name: 1-methyl-4-[2-(4-methylphenyl)sulfanylethylsulfanyl]benzene
• CAS NO: 3238-95-7
• Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₁₈S₂
• Molecular Weight: 274.451
• Mol File: 3238-95-7.mol

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 399.7°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 194.6°C
• Density: 1.12g/cm³
• CAS DataBase Reference: 1-methyl-4-[2-(4-methylphenyl)sulfanylethylsulfanyl]benzene(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 1-methyl-4-[2-(4-methylphenyl)sulfanylethylsulfanyl]benzene(3238-95-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 1-methyl-4-[2-(4-methylphenyl)sulfanylethylsulfanyl]benzene(3238-95-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 3238-95-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Molecular Structure

Benzene ring with two sulfanyl groups and a methyl group attached
The core structure of the compound is a benzene ring, which is a six-carbon ring with alternating single and double bonds. Two硫原子 (sulfanyl groups) and a methyl group are attached to the benzene ring.

Sulfanyl Groups

R-S-R' functional groups

4-Methylphenyl Group

A phenyl group with a methyl substituent at the 4-position
The 4-methylphenyl group is an aryl group consisting of a six-carbon ring with alternating single and double bonds, and a methyl group attached at the 4-position (the meta position).

Potential Applications

Pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or materials science
Due to its unique composition and potential reactivity, 1-methyl-4-[2-(4-methylphenyl)sulfanylethylsulfanyl]benzene may have potential applications in various fields, such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or materials science.

Further Study

To reveal potential uses and properties
Further research and experimentation are needed to understand the compound's properties, reactivity, and potential applications better.

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