Description

1-Benzhydrylsulfonyl-2-Methyl-Benzene is a specialized organic sulfone compound with a unique benzhydryl-protected sulfonyl group attached to a methyl-substituted benzene ring. This structural motif makes it a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecules where a protected sulfur functionality is required. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing sulfonamide or sulfone pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via cross-coupling or functional group transformation reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme inhibition.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzhydrylsulfonyl-2-Methyl-Benzene
CAS No.	5433-77-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₈O₂S
Molecular Weight	322.42 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbenzhydryl sulfone; 1-(Benzhydrylsulfonyl)-2-methylbenzene; (2-Methylphenyl)(diphenylmethyl)sulfone; α-Methylbenzhydryl Phenyl Sulfone; Diphenyl(2-methylphenylsulfonyl)methane; Benzhydryl 2-Tolyl Sulfone; 5433-77-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzhydrylsulfonyl-2-Methyl-Benzene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP starting material requirements upon request.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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

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