Description

Methylthiomethyl p-Tolyl Sulfone is a versatile organosulfur compound featuring both a sulfone and a methylthiomethyl functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing sulfone or thioether motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various name reactions and transformations, such as nucleophilic substitutions and cross-coupling reactions, to introduce functionalized aryl groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential precursor for creating novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylthiomethyl p-Tolyl Sulfone
CAS No.	59662-68-9
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2S2
Molecular Weight	216.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Methylthiomethyl)-4-methylsulfonylbenzene; p-Tolyl Methylthiomethyl Sulfone; (4-Methylphenyl)[(methylthio)methyl] sulfone; 4-Methyl-α-(methylthio)benzenemethanesulfonic Acid Sulfone; Methylthiomethyl 4-Methylphenyl Sulfone; 4-Methylbenzyl Methyl Sulfone Sulfide; MTMTS
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methylthiomethyl p-Tolyl Sulfone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance as a synthesis intermediate. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports your regulatory and process validation requirements.

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 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%

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