Description

1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Ethanone is a high-purity organic building block featuring a chlorophenyl ketone core functionalized with a methylsulfonyl group. This compound matters as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactive ketone and sulfone functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile electrophile or precursor for further functionalization (e.g., reduction, nucleophilic addition) in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and quality control in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	24437-48-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO3S
Molecular Weight	232.68 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Chloro-2-(methylsulfonyl)acetophenone; 2-(Methylsulfonyl)-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethanone; 1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(methylsulfonyl)ethan-1-one; p-Chloro-ω-(methylsulfonyl)acetophenone; 4-Chlorophenyl methylsulfonyl ketone; (4-Chlorophenyl)(methylsulfonyl)methanone precursor; NSC 403119
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-(Methylsulfonyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.