Description

3-(m-Tolylsulfonyl)Acrylonitrile is a specialized organic building block featuring a sulfonyl-activated acrylonitrile moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile Michael acceptor and electrophile in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for creating sulfone-containing bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the sulfonylacrylonitrile structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in conjugate addition (Michael addition) reactions, cycloadditions, and other C-C bond-forming processes to introduce functionalized acrylonitrile units.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(m-Tolylsulfonyl)Acrylonitrile
CAS No.	1012-69-7
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2S
Molecular Weight	207.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(3-Methylphenyl)sulfonyl]-2-propenenitrile; (E)-3-(m-Tolylsulfonyl)acrylonitrile; 3-(3-Methylphenylsulfonyl)acrylonitrile; 2-Propenenitrile, 3-[(3-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]-; m-Tolylsulfonylacrylonitrile; 3-(m-Toluenesulfonyl)acrylonitrile; TosMIC analog (meta-methyl)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(m-Tolylsulfonyl)Acrylonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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