Description

3,5-Dichlorophenyl Methyl Sulfoxide is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring a sulfinyl group bridging a methyl group and a dichlorinated phenyl ring. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and research building block for advanced synthesis. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development teams, as well as by manufacturers of specialty chemicals and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a building block for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules via sulfoxide chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichlorophenyl Methyl Sulfoxide
CAS No.	38452-22-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6Cl2OS
Molecular Weight	209.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3,5-dichlorophenyl sulfoxide; (3,5-Dichlorophenyl)(methyl)sulfane oxide; 3,5-Dichloro-α-methyl-benzenemethanesulfinyl; 1,3-Dichloro-5-[(methylsulfinyl)methyl]benzene; 3,5-Dichlorophenyl methyl sulphoxide; Methyl(3,5-dichlorophenyl)sulfoxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dichlorophenyl Methyl Sulfoxide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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