Description

Benzyl Methyl Sulfone is a versatile organosulfur compound with the CAS registry number 3112-90-1. This high-purity chemical intermediate is valued for its unique sulfone functional group, which imparts stability and reactivity for advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a stable precursor or reactant in various organic transformations, including oxidation reactions and carbon-carbon bond formations.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of advanced polymers, ligands for catalysis, and other functional materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical testing, method development, and quality control in laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Methyl Sulfone
CAS No.	3112-90-1
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2S
Molecular Weight	170.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(Phenylmethyl)methyl sulfone; Methyl benzyl sulfone; α-Tolyl methyl sulfone; Benzylsulfonylmethane; 1-(Methylsulfonyl)methylbenzene; Toluene-α-sulfone methyl; Benzyl methyl sulphone
EINECS	221-476-5

Quality Control

Our Benzyl Methyl Sulfone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.