Description

3-[(Ethanesulfonyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a benzonitrile core functionalized with an ethanesulfonylmethyl group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the sulfone and nitrile functionalities for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and polar sulfone group.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function and cellular pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(Ethanesulfonyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile
CAS No.	1267212-27-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO2S
Molecular Weight	209.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(Ethylsulfonyl)methyl]benzonitrile; 3-(Ethanesulfonylmethyl)benzonitrile; m-[(Ethylsulfonyl)methyl]benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 3-[(ethylsulfonyl)methyl]-; 1267212-27-0; 3-(Ethylsulfonylmethyl)benzonitrile; 3-Ethanesulfonylmethyl-benzonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 3-[(Ethanesulfonyl)Methyl]Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under inert atmosphere or in a desiccator after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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