4-Methoxy-alpha-[(3-Methoxyphenyl)thio]Acetophenone (CAS No: 101169-28-2) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Raloxifene. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: 2-[(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)sulfanyl]-1-phenylethan-1-one, 2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenylthio)-1-phenylethanone
CAS No: 101169-28-2
PubChem CID: 54016937
Mol Formula: C16H16O3S
Mol Weight: 288.4 g/mol
Used in API: Raloxifene
IUPAC Name: 2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)sulfanyl-1-phenylethanone
API Intermediate Description: 4-Methoxy-α-[(3-methoxyphenyl)thio]acetophenone is a key intermediate compound used in the pharmaceutical industry, primarily in the synthesis of Modafinil and related eugeroic (wakefulness-promoting) agents. It serves as a crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis process leading to Modafinil, a medication used to treat narcolepsy, sleep apnea, and shift work sleep disorder. This intermediate contributes to the formation of the characteristic sulfinyl acetamide structure essential for Modafinil’s activity.
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