Description

2-Methoxy-5-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzenemethanol is a high-purity, functionalized benzenemethanol derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both methoxy and methylsulfonyl substituents, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, where the methylsulfonyl group can contribute to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Functional monomer for developing specialty polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-5-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzenemethanol
CAS No.	1444384-86-4
Molecular Formula	C9H12O4S
Molecular Weight	216.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Methylsulfonyl)-2-methoxybenzenemethanol; (2-Methoxy-5-(methylsulfonyl)phenyl)methanol; 2-Methoxy-5-methylsulfonylbenzyl alcohol; 2-Methoxy-α-(methylsulfonyl)toluene; Benzenemethanol, 2-methoxy-5-(methylsulfonyl)-; 1444384-86-4; 2-Methoxy-5-methanesulfonylbenzyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Methoxy-5-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzenemethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing to ensure compliance with the highest purity standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply consistency and traceability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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