Description

4-Methoxyphenylsulfonylethanol is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring both a sulfonyl and a hydroxymethyl functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with sulfonamide or sulfone moieties for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or intermediate for producing specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials with specific electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution, esterification, and etherification reactions to introduce the 4-methoxyphenylsulfonylethyl group.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Potential substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Methoxyphenylsulfonylethanol
CAS No.	35848-00-1
Molecular Formula	C9H12O4S
Molecular Weight	216.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Methoxyphenylsulfonyl)ethanol; 4-Methoxybenzenesulfonylethanol; 1-(4-Methoxyphenylsulfonyl)-2-ethanol; p-Methoxyphenylsulfonylethanol; (4-Methoxyphenylsulfonyl)ethanol; 4-Methoxy-ω-hydroxyethyl phenyl sulfone; 2-Hydroxyethyl 4-methoxyphenyl sulfone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxyphenylsulfonylethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance.

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 oxidizing agents and bases.

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	< 20 ppm

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