Description

n-Benzhydrylmethanesulfonamide is a specialized organic sulfonamide compound with a distinct benzhydryl group, offering unique steric and electronic properties for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable building block or intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly within pharmaceutical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or requiring specific receptor binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides where the benzhydryl moiety can influence biological activity and selectivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers, resins, or coatings with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in medicinal chemistry to explore structure-activity relationships (SAR) and develop enzyme inhibitors or modulators.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: The sulfonamide and benzhydryl groups can be modified to create novel ligands for asymmetric catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for bespoke synthesis projects requiring high-purity, complex intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Benzhydrylmethanesulfonamide
CAS No.	5408-20-8
Molecular Formula	C20H19NO2S
Molecular Weight	337.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Methanesulfonamide, N-(diphenylmethyl)-; N-Benzyhydrylmethanesulfonamide; N-(Diphenylmethyl)methanesulfonamide; Benzhydrylmethanesulfonamide; Diphenylmethyl methanesulfonamide; NSC 163082; α-(Methanesulfonamido)diphenylmethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Benzhydrylmethanesulfonamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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