Description

Bis(Cyclohexylsulfonyl)Methane is a specialized organic sulfone compound with a unique molecular structure featuring two cyclohexylsulfonyl groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and high-performance materials. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel molecules with specific sulfonyl-based functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring sulfonyl or sulfone moieties for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sulfonylmethane structure can contribute to efficacy.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and high-performance materials with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a reagent in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions, to introduce the bis-sulfonyl functional group.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Investigated for use in the design of novel ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Electrolyte Additive Research: Explored in advanced battery research as a potential additive for electrolyte formulations to improve stability and performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Cyclohexylsulfonyl)Methane
CAS No.	82386-41-2
Molecular Formula	C13H24O4S2
Molecular Weight	308.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(cyclohexylsulfonyl)methane; Methane, bis(cyclohexylsulfonyl)-; Dicyclohexylsulfonylmethane; 1,1'-[Methanediylbis(sulfonyl)]dicyclohexane; NSC 403796; Bis(cyclohexanesulfonyl)methane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(Cyclohexylsulfonyl)Methane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.