Description

3-[(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]-1-(3-Nitrophenyl)-1-Propanone CAS NO 477334-54-6 is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the class of sulfonyl propanones. This specialized chemical intermediate is critical for research and development in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those requiring a sulfonyl ketone moiety.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that incorporate nitrophenyl and sulfonyl functional groups.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for advanced polymers or organic electronic materials where its specific structure can influence material properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial research for methodological studies, such as cross-coupling reactions or as a substrate for developing new catalytic processes.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to the presence of the nitro and sulfonyl chromophores.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]-1-(3-Nitrophenyl)-1-Propanone
CAS No.	477334-54-6
Molecular Formula	C16H15NO5S
Molecular Weight	333.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Nitrophenyl)-3-[(4-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]-1-propanone; 3-(p-Tolylsulfonyl)-1-(3-nitrophenyl)-1-propanone; 3-(4-Methylbenzenesulfonyl)-1-(3-nitrophenyl)propan-1-one; 1-Propanone, 3-[(4-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]-1-(3-nitrophenyl)-; 3-(4-Methylphenylsulfonyl)-1-(3-nitrophenyl)-1-propanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-[(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]-1-(3-Nitrophenyl)-1-Propanone adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the nitro and ketone functional groups, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.