Description

n-(Methylsulfonyl)Glycine is a specialized organic sulfonamide compound with the CAS number 35688-18-7. This versatile intermediate is valued for its role in synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with sulfonamide or glycine-derived pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptide Mimetics & Modifications: Serves as a modified glycine residue for creating peptide analogs with enhanced stability or biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating specialized chemical libraries in medicinal chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific sulfonyl functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(Methylsulfonyl)Glycine
CAS No.	35688-18-7
Molecular Formula	C₃H₇NO₄S
Molecular Weight	153.16 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Methanesulfonyl)glycine; (Methylsulfonyl)aminoacetic Acid; Glycine, N-(methylsulfonyl)-; Methanesulfonamidoacetic Acid; NSC 163082; 2-[(Methylsulfonyl)amino]acetic Acid; MS-Gly; Methylsulfonyl Glycine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(Methylsulfonyl)Glycine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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