Description

2-Butylmethanesulphonate is a specialized organic sulfonate ester compound, identified by CAS NO 16156-54-0. It serves as a versatile alkylating agent and a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its reactivity in introducing the butylsulfonyl moiety. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Alkylation Agent: Employed in organic reactions to transfer the 2-butyl group to nucleophiles such as oxygen, nitrogen, or carbon centers.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized in the modification of polymers or as a monomer precursor for specialty polymeric materials.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for method development and novel compound synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as an intermediate in the production of certain specialty dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butylmethanesulphonate
CAS No.	16156-54-0
Molecular Formula	C5H12O3S
Molecular Weight	152.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butyl Methanesulfonate; Methanesulfonic Acid 2-Butyl Ester; sec-Butyl Methanesulfonate; 2-Butyl Mesylate; 1-Methylpropyl Methanesulfonate; Butan-2-yl Methanesulfonate; sec-Butyl Mesylate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butylmethanesulphonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment and ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density	~1.15 g/cm³ (at 20°C)

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