Description

Methyl Vinyl Sulfone is a versatile and highly reactive bifunctional monomer, serving as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to undergo both Michael addition and radical polymerization reactions, enabling the creation of specialized polymers and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel materials or active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfone or vinyl sulfone functional groups.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used as a cross-linking agent and comonomer to introduce polar sulfone groups into polymer backbones, enhancing thermal stability and chemical resistance.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Chemistry: Serves as a linker molecule for modifying proteins, peptides, and other biomolecules due to its selective reactivity with thiol groups.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis to construct complex molecular architectures, including heterocycles and functionalized alkenes.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Incorporated into specialty formulations to improve adhesion properties and durability of the final product.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Vinyl Sulfone
CAS No.	3680-02-2
Molecular Formula	C3H6O2S
Molecular Weight	106.14 g/mol
Synonyms	MVS; Vinyl methyl sulfone; Methylvinylsulfone; Methanesulfonylethylene; 1-(Methylsulfonyl)ethene; Ethene, 1-(methylsulfonyl)-; NSC 9371
EINECS	222-966-0

Quality Control

Our Methyl Vinyl Sulfone is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, appearance, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment.

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 bases, reducing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

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

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