Description

tert-Butyl Methyl Sulfoxide is a specialized organosulfur compound with the CAS number 14094-11-2, valued for its unique sulfoxide functional group. It serves as a versatile intermediate and reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This chemical is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical, life sciences, and material science industries who require high-purity building blocks for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Component: Employed in the preparation of chiral ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized as an oxidizing agent or a polar aprotic solvent in various synthetic transformations.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reference compound in analytical and process development laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	tert-Butyl Methyl Sulfoxide
CAS No.	14094-11-2
Molecular Formula	C5H12OS
Molecular Weight	120.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-(methylsulfinyl)propane; (1,1-Dimethylethyl)methyl sulfoxide; Methyl tert-butyl sulfoxide; t-Butyl methyl sulfoxide; TBMSO; tert-Butylmethylsulfoxide; 2-Methyl-2-propanesulfinylmethane
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl Methyl Sulfoxide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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