Description

Silver Mesylate is a versatile organometallic salt, also known as silver methanesulfonate, with the CAS registry number 2386-52-9. This compound serves as a highly effective and selective reagent in organic synthesis, valued for its role in facilitating key transformations under mild conditions. It is an essential material for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Employed as a catalyst or reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in coupling reactions and as a source of silver(I) ions.
• Organic Catalysis: Used in various catalytic cycles, including cyclization and oxidation reactions, where its Lewis acidity is advantageous.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor for depositing silver nanoparticles or thin films in conductive inks and electronic components.
• Research & Development: A critical tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of fine chemicals and complex organic molecules where high selectivity is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silver Mesylate
CAS No.	2386-52-9
Molecular Formula	CH3SO3Ag
Molecular Weight	202.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Silver Methanesulfonate; Methanesulfonic Acid Silver Salt; Silver(I) Methanesulfonate; Argentous Mesylate; Silver Methylsulfonate; AgOMs; Silver Methanesulphonate
EINECS	219-170-1

Quality Control

Our Silver Mesylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the rigorous demands of research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, heavy metal content, and loss on drying.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ag)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%

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