Description

2-(Phenylsulfonyl)Acetophenone is a versatile organic building block characterized by its sulfone and ketone functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for constructing novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing sulfone or diaryl ketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the phenylsulfonylacetophenone scaffold imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions and coupling protocols to create complex, polyfunctional molecules for academic and industrial research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Phenylsulfonyl)Acetophenone
CAS No.	3406-03-9
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3S
Molecular Weight	260.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Benzenesulfonyl)acetophenone; Phenacyl phenyl sulfone; α-Oxobenzyl phenyl sulfone; (Phenylsulfonyl)acetophenone; 1-(Phenylsulfonyl)-2-phenylethanone; 2-Phenacylsulfonylbenzene; NSC 403697
EINECS	222-293-5

Quality Control

Our 2-(Phenylsulfonyl)Acetophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can provide regulatory documentation as required.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

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