Description

p-Toluenesulfonic Acid Tetrahydrofuran-2-Ylmethyl Ester is a specialized organic sulfonate ester, serving as a versatile building block and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to act as a protected or activated intermediate, facilitating the introduction of functional groups under controlled conditions. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing tetrahydrofuran or sulfonate ester motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as an alkylating agent or protecting group in complex organic transformations within research and process development.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of materials for display technologies and organic electronics.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photoactive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Toluenesulfonic Acid Tetrahydrofuran-2-Ylmethyl Ester
CAS No.	34583-63-6
Molecular Formula	C13H18O4S
Molecular Weight	270.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Tetrahydrofurfuryl) p-Toluenesulfonate; Tetrahydrofurfuryl Tosylate; Tetrahydro-2-furanmethanol 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; 4-Methylbenzenesulfonic Acid Tetrahydrofuran-2-Ylmethyl Ester; p-Toluenesulfonic Acid Tetrahydrofurfuryl Ester; THF-Tosylate; (Tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; Tosyl Tetrahydrofurfuryl Ester
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Quality Control

Our p-Toluenesulfonic Acid Tetrahydrofuran-2-Ylmethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data 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, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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