Description

Dimethyl(4-Vinylbenzyl)Sulfonium Chloride is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a reactive vinylbenzyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable cationic intermediate and monomer for advanced polymer synthesis and surface modification. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the polymer, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating functional polymers, coatings, and ion-exchange resins.

Application

• Photoinitiator and Cationic Polymerization: Acts as a key component in photo-curable systems for coatings, inks, and adhesives.
• Functional Monomer for Polymers: Used to incorporate sulfonium cationic groups into polymer backbones for specialty applications.
• Surface Modifying Agent: Imparts cationic charge or specific functionality to surfaces for improved adhesion or antimicrobial properties.
• Intermediate for Quaternary Ammonium Analogues: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of other functionalized onium compounds.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for developing novel polymeric materials and studying cationic reaction mechanisms.
• Electrolyte Materials: Investigated for use in the development of components for advanced battery systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl(4-Vinylbenzyl)Sulfonium Chloride
CAS No.	48130-50-3
Molecular Formula	C11H15ClS
Molecular Weight	214.75 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Vinylbenzyl Dimethyl Sulfonium Chloride; (4-Vinylbenzyl)dimethylsulfonium Chloride; Dimethyl(p-vinylbenzyl)sulfonium Chloride; DMS-VBC; Sulfonium, dimethyl(4-ethenylphenyl)methyl-, chloride; 1-(Chloromethyl)-4-ethenyl-N,N-dimethylbenzenaminium? (common misnomer); p-Vinylbenzyl Dimethyl Sulfonium Chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Dimethyl(4-Vinylbenzyl)Sulfonium Chloride is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from light sources to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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