7748-20-1

Basic information

• Product Name: 4,4'-disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol
• Synonyms: 4,4'-disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol;Bis[4-(hydroxymethyl)phenyl] disulfide;4,4'-Dithiobisbenzenemethanol;4,4'-Dithiobisbenzyl Alcohol;4,4'-Dithiodibenzyl Alcohol;4,4-disulfanediylbis(4,1 phenylene)diethanol;(Disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene))diMethanol;(Disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)
• CAS NO: 7748-20-1
• Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₄O₂S₂
• Molecular Weight: 278.395
• Product Categories: Aromatics;Intermediates & Fine Chemicals;Pharmaceuticals;Sulfur & Selenium Compounds
• Mol File: 7748-20-1.mol
• Article Data: 2

Chemical Properties

• Appearance: /
• Storage Temp.: 2-8°C
• Solubility: Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
• CAS DataBase Reference: 4,4'-disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 4,4'-disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol(7748-20-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 4,4'-disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol(7748-20-1)

Safety Data

• HazardClass: IRRITANT
• Hazardous Substances Data: 7748-20-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

4,4'-Disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol is an organic compound characterized by its disulfide bond and phenylene groups. It is a versatile molecule with potential applications in various industries due to its unique chemical structure and properties.

Uses

Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
4,4'-Disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol is used as a chemical intermediate for the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds. Its ability to form stable bonds with other molecules makes it a valuable component in the development of new drugs.
Used in Anticancer Applications:
In the field of oncology, 4,4'-disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol is used as a sulfonimidamide analog of oncolytic diarylsulfonylureas. It has demonstrated in vitro cytotoxicity against CEM cells and in vivo antitumor activity against subaxillary implanted 6C3HED lymphosarcoma. Its metabolic breakdown to the o-sulfate of p-chloroaniline also contributes to its potential as an anticancer agent.
Used in Chemical Synthesis:
4,4'-Disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol is used as a key building block in the synthesis of various organic compounds. Its disulfide bond and phenylene groups can be further modified to create a wide range of molecules with different properties and applications.
Used in Material Science:
Due to its structural properties, 4,4'-disulfanediylbis(4,1-phenylene)dimethanol can be utilized in the development of novel materials with specific characteristics. It may be used as a component in the creation of polymers, resins, or other advanced materials with tailored properties for various applications.

Upstream product

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• 1074-36-8 4-mercaptobenzoic acid 
• 6302-65-4 methyl 4-mercaptobenzoate 
• 20057-83-4 diethyl 4,4'-dithiobis 
• 1155-51-7 4,4'-Dithiobisbenzoic acid 
• 53339-53-0 4-mercaptobenzyl alcohol 

Downstream Products

• 1174291-74-7 4,4'-dithiobis(benzyl chloride) 
• 153261-80-4 4-(Acetoxymethyl)phenyl disulfide 

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