Description

Benzene, 1-[(Iodomethyl)Sulfonyl]-4-Methyl is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a reactive iodomethylsulfonyl functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block and reagent for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturers for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfonamide or sulfone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with specific modes of action.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as an alkylating agent in complex multi-step laboratory syntheses.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create novel ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzene, 1-[(Iodomethyl)Sulfonyl]-4-Methyl
CAS No.	37891-96-6
Molecular Formula	C8H9IO2S
Molecular Weight	296.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(Iodomethyl)sulfonyl]-4-methylbenzene; p-Tolyl iodomethyl sulfone; 4-Methylbenzenesulfonylmethyl iodide; (4-Methylphenyl)sulfonylmethyl iodide; p-Toluenesulfonylmethyl iodide; Tosylmethyl iodide; TMI; Iodomethyl p-tolyl sulfone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzene, 1-[(Iodomethyl)Sulfonyl]-4-Methyl adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, minimize exposure during handling and transfer.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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