Description

Methyl 3-((3-Oxobutyl)Sulfonyl)Propanoate is a specialized sulfone-containing ester building block with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a ketone and an ester group linked by a sulfonyl bridge, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its sulfone moiety for enhanced biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Michael addition reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and other C-C bond-forming processes to create complex molecular scaffolds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel chelating ligands for catalytic systems used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-((3-Oxobutyl)Sulfonyl)Propanoate
CAS No.	502635-00-9
Molecular Formula	C8H14O5S
Molecular Weight	222.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(3-oxobutylsulfonyl)propanoate; 3-((3-Oxobutyl)sulfonyl)propanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-oxo-4-(2-sulfoethyl)butanoate (tautomeric form); Acetylbutyl methyl sulfone propionate; 502635-00-9; Methyl β-(3-oxobutylsulfonyl)propionate
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-((3-Oxobutyl)Sulfonyl)Propanoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with cGMP principles where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.