Description

3-(Toluene-4-Sulfonyl)-Propionic Acid is a specialized organic sulfonic acid derivative, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines a sulfonyl group with a carboxylic acid functionality, making it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a sulfonyl or propionic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, ion-exchange resins, and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories as a reagent for introducing the tosylpropionyl group into target molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic materials used in displays and electronics.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Modification: Potential use in biochemical research for modifying peptides and proteins due to its reactive functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Toluene-4-Sulfonyl)-Propionic Acid
CAS No.	10154-76-4
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4S
Molecular Weight	228.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(p-Toluenesulfonyl)propionic Acid; 4-Methylbenzenesulfonylpropionic Acid; β-(p-Tolylsulfonyl)propionic Acid; 3-(4-Methylphenylsulfonyl)propanoic Acid; p-Toluenesulfonylpropionic Acid; Tosylpropionic Acid; 3-(Tosyl)propionic Acid; 3-(4-Toluenesulfonyl)propanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(Toluene-4-Sulfonyl)-Propionic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

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.