Description

Divinylsulfoxide is a highly reactive organosulfur compound featuring two vinyl groups attached to a sulfoxide functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex sulfur-containing heterocycles and polymers. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing sulfoxide or sulfone moieties with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the vinylsulfoxide group can be leveraged for selective reactivity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties such as adhesion, thermal stability, or specific chemical resistance.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced materials, including liquid crystals, conductive polymers, and self-assembling monolayers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as a dienophile in Diels-Alder reactions or as an electrophile in Michael additions for constructing complex molecular frameworks.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Investigated for use in creating novel chiral sulfoxide ligands for asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Divinylsulfoxide
CAS No.	1115-15-7
Molecular Formula	C4H6OS
Molecular Weight	102.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Divinyl sulfoxide; Ethene, 1,1'-sulfinylbis-; Bis(ethenyl)sulfoxide; Vinyl sulfoxide (dimer-related); Sulfinylbis(ethene); 1,1'-Sulfinylbisethene; Divinyl sulphoxide
EINECS	214-226-5

Quality Control

Our Divinylsulfoxide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for manufacturing controls.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. The compound is moisture-sensitive and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent oxidation and polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.520 - 1.530
Density (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15 g/mL

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