Description

(2-Bromoethyl)Diphenylsulfonium is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a reactive sulfonium cation paired with a bromoethyl functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing sulfur-containing moieties or acting as an alkylating agent. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing sulfonium or sulfur-based functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides where the sulfonium moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, including photoinitiators and conductive materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as an efficient alkylating agent or electrophile in various carbon-sulfur bond formation reactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands and catalysts for transition metal-mediated reactions.
• Chemical Biology Research: Utilized as a tool compound for studying enzyme mechanisms or for bioconjugation strategies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(2-Bromoethyl)Diphenylsulfonium
CAS No.	247129-84-6
Molecular Formula	C14H13BrS
Molecular Weight	293.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoethyldiphenylsulfonium; Diphenyl(2-bromoethyl)sulfonium; (β-Bromoethyl)diphenylsulfonium; Sulfonium, (2-bromoethyl)diphenyl-; 2-Bromoethyl-diphenyl-sulfonium; Bromoethyldiphenylsulfonium
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Bromoethyl)Diphenylsulfonium is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.