Description

4-Methylsulfinylbenzyl Alcohol is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring a benzyl alcohol core functionalized with a methylsulfinyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced pesticides and herbicides with modified activity and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate for creating functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a starting point for synthesizing molecular probes to study biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylsulfinylbenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	106732-70-1
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2S
Molecular Weight	170.23 g/mol
Synonyms	p-(Methylsulfinyl)benzyl Alcohol; 4-(Methylsulfinyl)benzenemethanol; (4-Methylsulfinylphenyl)methanol; 4-(Methylsulfinyl)benzyl Alcohol; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-methylsulfinylbenzene; p-Methylsulfinylbenzyl Alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 4-(methylsulfinyl)-; 4-Methylsulfinyl-benzenemethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylsulfinylbenzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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