Description

[(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]Methyl 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate is a specialized organic sulfonate ester, a high-purity chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in its dual sulfonyl functionality, which makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and process developers in the fine chemical, life science, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for sophisticated synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing sulfonamide or sulfonate ester moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sulfonyl group is integral to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer modifier in the production of specialty polymers and resins with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as an alkylating or sulfonylating agent in complex multi-step organic reactions to introduce specific functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Functions as a building block for creating molecular probes and tags used in biochemical research and diagnostics.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]Methyl 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate
CAS No.	14894-58-7
Molecular Formula	C16H18O5S2
Molecular Weight	354.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(p-toluenesulfonyl)methane; Di-p-tolylmethanedisulfonate; Methanedisulfonic Acid Bis(4-methylphenyl) Ester; 1,1-Bis[(4-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]methane; p-Toluenesulfonylmethyl p-Toluenesulfonate; Toluene-4-sulfonylmethyl toluene-4-sulfonate; (Tosylmethyl) Tosylate; Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]Methyl 4-Methylbenzenesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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 a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

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.