Description

3,4-Dihydroxysulfolane is a high-purity, versatile sulfolane derivative with significant utility as a specialty solvent and chemical intermediate. Its unique polar aprotic structure offers excellent solvating power and thermal stability, making it valuable for demanding industrial and research applications. This compound is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for synthesis and formulation processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block or solvent in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in high-performance applications requiring a polar aprotic medium with high boiling point and chemical stability.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or additive in the production of specialty polymers, membranes, and advanced materials.
• Gas Treating & Purification: Utilized in formulations for the selective removal of acidic gases like CO₂ and H₂S from process streams.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to enhance stability and performance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and catalysis in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxysulfolane
CAS No.	33967-48-5
Molecular Formula	C₄H₈O₄S
Molecular Weight	152.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dihydroxytetrahydrothiophene 1,1-dioxide; Sulfolane-3,4-diol; 3,4-Dihydroxy-1λ⁶-thiolane-1,1-dione; Tetrahydro-3,4-dihydroxythiophene 1,1-dioxide; 3,4-Dihydroxysulfolan; 3,4-Dihydroxythiolane 1,1-dioxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dihydroxysulfolane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant techniques are 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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