Description

3,4-Dimethylphenylmethylsulfone is a high-purity organic sulfone compound, identified by CAS NO 38452-49-2. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its defined structure and reactivity. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or intermediate in complex organic transformations and catalytic processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of high-value, complex fine chemicals and specialty additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dimethylphenylmethylsulfone
CAS No.	38452-49-2
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2S
Molecular Weight	184.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylsulfonyl-3,4-dimethylbenzene; (3,4-Dimethylphenyl)(methyl)sulfone; 3,4-Dimethyl-1-(methylsulfonyl)benzene; Methyl 3,4-dimethylphenyl sulfone; p-Xylenyl methyl sulfone; 3,4-Xylyl methyl sulfone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dimethylphenylmethylsulfone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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%

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