Description

1-Bromo-4-[(ethanesulfonyl)methyl]benzene is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a brominated benzene core functionalized with an ethanesulfonylmethyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and key building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfone or halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of advanced polymers and specialty materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Heck, and Buchwald-Hartwig couplings.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of novel ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating molecular probes to study biological pathways and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-4-[(ethanesulfonyl)methyl]benzene
CAS No.	1351382-01-8
Molecular Formula	C9H11BrO2S
Molecular Weight	263.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-(ethanesulfonylmethyl)benzene; 4-Bromobenzyl ethyl sulfone; (4-Bromophenyl)methyl ethyl sulfone; Ethyl (4-bromobenzyl) sulfone; p-Bromobenzyl ethyl sulfone; 1-Bromo-4-[(ethylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene; Benzene, 1-bromo-4-[(ethylsulfonyl)methyl]-; 1351382-01-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-4-[(ethanesulfonyl)methyl]benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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