Description

2-(sec-Butylsulfinyl)Phenol is a specialized organosulfur phenolic compound with a unique sulfinyl functional group. This chemical structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating molecules with specific electronic or steric properties. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a phenolic sulfoxide moiety for biological activity or as a synthetic handle.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the sulfinylphenol structure can contribute to efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chiral or non-chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers, resins, or functional materials where the phenolic and sulfinyl groups can modify material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the 2-(sec-butylsulfinyl)phenol subunit into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(sec-Butylsulfinyl)Phenol
CAS No.	29634-44-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₄O₂S
Molecular Weight	198.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(1-Methylpropyl)sulfinyl]phenol; Phenol, 2-[(1-methylpropyl)sulfinyl]-; 2-(1-Methylpropylsulfinyl)phenol; o-(sec-Butylsulfinyl)phenol; 2-(sec-Butylsulfinyl)phenol; 2-(Butan-2-ylsulfinyl)phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(sec-Butylsulfinyl)Phenol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, and we can support custom purity requirements for specific research or development projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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