Description

1,3-Dichloro-5-(Methylsulphonyl)Benzene is a high-purity, multi-functional organic intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new products and processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with sulfonyl or aryl halide functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its dichloro and methylsulphonyl groups contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a scaffold for developing novel chemical entities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dichloro-5-(Methylsulphonyl)Benzene
CAS No.	22821-89-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6Cl2O2S
Molecular Weight	225.09 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dichlorophenyl Methyl Sulfone; 1,3-Dichloro-5-(Methanesulfonyl)Benzene; 5-(Methylsulfonyl)-1,3-dichlorobenzene; Methyl 3,5-Dichlorophenyl Sulfone; 3,5-Dichloro(methylsulfonyl)benzene; Benzene, 1,3-dichloro-5-(methylsulfonyl)-; NSC 403107
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dichloro-5-(Methylsulphonyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.