Description

2-Methoxyethyl Benzenesulfonate is an organosulfur compound that serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and specialty solvent. Its value lies in its dual functionality, combining a benzenesulfonate group with a methoxyethyl chain, making it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This product is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications ranging from chemical synthesis to formulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly where a sulfonate ester moiety is required.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a valuable building block in organic synthesis for academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of sulfonated dyes and other colorants.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use as a component or additive in advanced battery electrolyte formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxyethyl Benzenesulfonate
CAS No.	17178-08-4
Molecular Formula	C9H12O4S
Molecular Weight	216.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Benzenesulfonate; 2-Methoxyethyl Benzenesulfonate; Benzenesulfonic Acid 2-Methoxyethyl Ester; 2-Methoxyethanol Benzenesulfonate; EGME Benzenesulfonate; Phenylsulfonic Acid 2-Methoxyethyl Ester; β-Methoxyethyl Benzenesulfonate
EINECS	241-214-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxyethyl Benzenesulfonate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520
Density (20°C)	1.20 - 1.25 g/mL

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