Description

2-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzenecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a sulfinyl group adjacent to a carboxylic acid on a benzene ring, making it a valuable synthon in advanced organic synthesis. This structural motif is crucial for introducing both polarity and reactivity into target molecules, enabling the development of novel chemical entities. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex sulfoxide-containing compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a sulfoxide functional group for biological activity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the sulfinyl moiety can influence efficacy and environmental fate.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral sulfoxide ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, enhancing the enantioselectivity of synthetic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific electronic or surface properties due to its polar sulfinyl group.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	19093-34-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8O3S
Molecular Weight	184.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylsulfinyl)benzoic acid; o-(Methylsulfinyl)benzoic acid; 2-Methylsulfinylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(methylsulfinyl)-; 2-Carboxyphenyl methyl sulfoxide; Methyl 2-carboxyphenyl sulfoxide; (2-Carboxyphenyl)(methyl)sulfoxide
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzenecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in research and scale-up synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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