Description

(p-Tolylsulphonyl)Methanol CAS NO 2182-69-6 is a specialized organic sulfone derivative characterized by a toluenesulfonyl group linked to a methanol moiety. This compound serves as a versatile building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of functionalized sulfone groups into target molecules. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development teams for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfone-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers where sulfone groups impart specific chemical or physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a protected hydroxymethyl synthon or a sulfonylating agent in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the development of advanced polymeric materials and liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Potential substrate in palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(p-Tolylsulphonyl)Methanol
CAS No.	2182-69-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3S
Molecular Weight	186.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzenesulfonylmethanol; (4-Methylphenyl)sulfonylmethanol; p-Toluenesulfonylmethanol; Tosylmethanol; α-Hydroxytoluene-p-sulfone; (p-Tolylsulfonyl)methanol; 4-Tolylsulfonylmethanol; Toluene-4-sulfonylmethanol
EINECS	218-562-7

Quality Control

Our (p-Tolylsulphonyl)Methanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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