Description

Ethyl 2-(Ethylsulfonyl)Acetate is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring both an ester and a sulfone functional group, making it a valuable synthon in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is prized for its role as a key building block in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. It is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries who require high-purity intermediates for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing sulfone moieties with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the sulfone group can enhance efficacy and environmental profile.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Michael additions, nucleophilic substitutions, and other C-C bond-forming reactions to introduce the ethylsulfonylacetate group into target molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the custom synthesis of dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(Ethylsulfonyl)Acetate
CAS No.	29771-85-5
Molecular Formula	C6H12O4S
Molecular Weight	180.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (ethylsulfonyl)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(ethylsulfonyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-(Ethylsulfonyl)Acetate; 2-(Ethylsulfonyl)acetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (ethylsulphonyl)acetate; NSC 163045; Ethyl Ethylsulfonylacetate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(Ethylsulfonyl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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