Description

Methane Sulfonyl Azide is a versatile and highly reactive organic azide compound, primarily valued as a key reagent for the introduction of azide and sulfonyl functional groups. Its importance lies in its role as a critical building block for click chemistry applications, particularly in the synthesis of complex molecules and bioconjugates. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it facilitates the development of new active ingredients and advanced polymers.

Application

• Click Chemistry Reagent: A fundamental component for copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions, enabling efficient bioconjugation and polymer functionalization.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, including potential antiviral and anticancer agents, by serving as a sulfonyl azide transfer agent.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce cross-linking sites or functional handles into polymers, enhancing material properties for specialty coatings and adhesives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in creating new herbicides and insecticides with improved efficacy and selectivity.
• Peptide and Protein Labeling: Facilitates site-specific modification of biomolecules for diagnostic assays and proteomics research.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of advanced materials, such as self-assembled monolayers and smart surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methane Sulfonyl Azide
CAS No.	1516-70-7
Molecular Formula	CH4N3O2S
Molecular Weight	119.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Methanesulfonyl azide; Mesyl azide; Methylsulfonyl azide; Azidomethanesulfonate; Methanesulfonazide; NSC 102601; Azidosulfonylmethane
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Quality Control

Our Methane Sulfonyl Azide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated). Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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