Description

Acetic Acid 2-(p-Tolylsulfonyl)Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester and sulfonate compound, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate and protecting group reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its dual functional groups, which enable precise chemical transformations under controlled conditions, making it essential for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity building block is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Protecting Group Reagent: Used in peptide and oligonucleotide synthesis to temporarily protect reactive functional groups during chain assembly.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials requiring sulfonate ester linkages.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a critical reagent in method development and exploratory chemistry within R&D laboratories.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid 2-(p-Tolylsulfonyl)Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	38476-89-0
Molecular Formula	C11H14O4S
Molecular Weight	242.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Methylphenyl)sulfonyl]ethyl acetate; p-Toluenesulfonylethyl Acetate; Tosylethyl Acetate; 2-(p-Tolylsulfonyl)ethyl Acetate; Acetic Acid Tosylethyl Ester; 2-(Tosyloxy)ethyl Acetate; 38476-89-0; Ethanol, 2-[(4-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]-, acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid 2-(p-Tolylsulfonyl)Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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	≤ 10 ppm

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