Description

Methanesulphonyl Cyanide is a versatile and highly reactive chemical intermediate, primarily valued for its role as a key building block in organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to introduce both the methanesulfonyl and cyano functional groups into target molecules, enabling the construction of complex pharmacophores and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing sulfonamide or nitrile functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sulfonyl cyanide moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various name reactions and as a versatile electrophile for constructing carbon-sulfur and carbon-nitrogen bonds in complex organic molecules.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers and advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of activity-based probes for studying enzyme function and mechanism.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanesulphonyl Cyanide
CAS No.	24225-08-9
Molecular Formula	C2H3NO2S
Molecular Weight	105.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Methanesulfonyl Cyanide; Methylsulfonyl Cyanide; Mesyl Cyanide; Methanesulfonyl nitrile; Cyanomethanesulfonic acid; (Cyanosulfonyl)methane; Methanesulfonitrile, S-oxide; NSC 163063
EINECS	246-107-4

Quality Control

Our Methanesulphonyl Cyanide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and reducing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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