Description

2-(Methanesulfonyl)Benzylamine Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial interest. Its unique structure, featuring both a benzylic amine and a methanesulfonyl group, makes it a versatile synthon for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive amine and sulfone functionalities.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating libraries of compounds in high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The amine hydrochloride salt can be utilized to prepare chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialty polymers or functional materials requiring specific sulfone and amine motifs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methanesulfonyl)Benzylamine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	342816-14-2
Molecular Formula	C8H12ClNO2S
Molecular Weight	221.70 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylsulfonyl)benzylamine hydrochloride; (2-(Methylsulfonyl)phenyl)methanamine hydrochloride; Benzenemethanamine, 2-(methylsulfonyl)-, hydrochloride; α-Amino-o-tolyl methyl sulfone hydrochloride; o-(Methanesulfonyl)benzylamine HCl
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Methanesulfonyl)Benzylamine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.