Description

3-(Methylsulfonyl)Propanoic Acid is a versatile sulfone-containing carboxylic acid building block with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive carboxylic acid group and a stable methylsulfonyl moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry and the synthesis of advanced functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a sulfone or carboxylic acid functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for the preparation of esters, amides, and other derivatives in complex organic transformations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of polymers with specific sulfone-based properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and enzyme activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Methylsulfonyl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	645-83-0
Molecular Formula	C4H8O4S
Molecular Weight	152.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylsulfonyl)propionic acid; 3-Methanesulfonylpropanoic acid; β-(Methylsulfonyl)propionic acid; 3-Mesylpropionic acid; 3-(Methylsulfonyl)propanoic acid; NSC 403697; Methylsulfonylpropanoic acid; 3-MSPA
EINECS	211-458-8

Quality Control

Our 3-(Methylsulfonyl)Propanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.