Description

Methyl (Methylsulfinyl)Acetate,80% Tech. is a versatile organosulfur compound, primarily valued as a high-purity chemical intermediate and a specialized solvent in advanced synthesis. Its unique sulfinyl-acetate structure makes it a critical reagent for introducing functional groups and facilitating complex organic transformations. This technical-grade product is essential for research laboratories and industrial-scale manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing sulfoxide or sulfone moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactivity is leveraged to create specific molecular architectures.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals requiring specific sulfinyl functionalization.
• Research & Development Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for novel organic synthesis, including asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Solvent for Specialized Reactions: Acts as a polar aprotic solvent for reactions where common solvents like DMF or DMSO are unsuitable, offering unique solvation properties.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Utilized to introduce functional groups onto polymer backbones, altering material properties for advanced applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl (Methylsulfinyl)Acetate,80% Tech.
CAS No.	52147-67-8
Molecular Formula	C4H8O3S
Molecular Weight	136.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (methylsulfinyl)acetate; Acetic acid, (methylsulfinyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl(methylsulfinyl)acetate; Methyl 2-(methylsulfinyl)acetate; (Methylsulfinyl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl methylsulfinylacetate; 2-(Methylsulfinyl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl(methylsulfinyl)ethanoate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl (Methylsulfinyl)Acetate,80% Tech. is manufactured under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the defined technical specifications for purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 80.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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