Description

(R)-Phenyl-p-Tolylsulfoxid is a high-purity chiral sulfoxide compound, a crucial building block in asymmetric synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile chiral auxiliary and ligand for catalyzing stereoselective reactions, enabling the production of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This product is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries who require precise control over molecular chirality.

Application

• As a chiral ligand or catalyst in asymmetric synthesis, including oxidations and carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions.
• As a key intermediate in pharmaceutical research for developing new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with specific stereochemistry.
• In the synthesis of agrochemicals, where chirality can influence biological activity and environmental safety.
• For method development and scale-up in process chemistry within fine chemical manufacturing.
• As a reference standard in analytical laboratories for method validation and quality control.
• In academic and industrial R&D exploring new catalytic systems and synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-Phenyl-p-Tolylsulfoxid
CAS No.	16491-20-6
Molecular Formula	C13H12OS
Molecular Weight	216.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-Phenyl-p-tolyl sulfoxide; (R)-Phenyl 4-methylphenyl sulfoxide; (R)-Methylphenyl sulfoxide; (R)-p-Tolyl phenyl sulfoxide; (R)-4-Methylphenyl phenyl sulfoxide; (R)-PTPSO; Sulfoxide, phenyl p-tolyl, (R)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (R)-Phenyl-p-Tolylsulfoxid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity (enantiomeric excess) and chemical purity determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full characterization data, including NMR and IR spectra, are provided to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your regulatory 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). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored accordingly to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Enantiomeric Excess)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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