Description

1,3,2,4-Dioxadithiane 2,2,4,4-Tetraoxide is a specialized organosulfur compound with a unique cyclic sulfone structure, serving as a critical building block and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a versatile sulfonylating agent and a precursor for heterocyclic chemistry, enabling the development of novel materials and active ingredients. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise molecular control is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing sulfone or heterocyclic moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific sulfonyl-based active ingredients.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability or specific functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a sulfonyl donor in various organic transformations to introduce the sulfone functional group into target molecules.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design of novel ligands for metal catalysis and in the preparation of organocatalysts.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D exploring new reactions and molecular architectures in synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,2,4-Dioxadithiane 2,2,4,4-Tetraoxide
CAS No.	503-41-3
Molecular Formula	C2H4O6S2
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,2,4-Dioxadithiane 2,2,4,4-Tetraoxide; Disulfonylmethane formal; 1,3,5,2,4-Dioxadithiane 2,2,4,4-Tetraoxide; Methanedisulfonyl formal; Formaldehyde bis(methanesulfonate) cyclic acetal; 2,2,4,4-Tetraoxo-1,3,2,4-dioxadithiane; Cyclic methanedisulfonate formal
EINECS	207-967-5

Quality Control

Our 1,3,2,4-Dioxadithiane 2,2,4,4-Tetraoxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), and residual solvent analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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