Description

2-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzenol is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring a methylsulfinyl group attached to a phenol ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific sulfoxide functionalities into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways where the sulfoxide moiety can influence bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its chemical structure contributes to biological activity and environmental profile.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands in asymmetric catalysis, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure compounds critical for the pharmaceutical industry.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for specialty polymers and advanced materials, potentially imparting unique solubility or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions and coupling chemistries to construct complex molecular architectures for research and commercial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzenol
CAS No.	1074-02-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8O2S
Molecular Weight	156.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylsulfinyl)phenol; o-(Methylsulfinyl)phenol; 2-Hydroxyphenyl methyl sulfoxide; Phenol, 2-(methylsulfinyl)-; Methyl 2-hydroxyphenyl sulfoxide; 2-Methylsulfinylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.