Description

2,4-Dimethyl-1-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzene is a specialized aromatic sulfone derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its core value lies in the unique reactivity of the methylsulfonyl group, which makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries for applications requiring precise functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing aryl sulfone or sulfonamide moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the dimethyl-substituted benzene ring provides specific steric and electronic properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials to modify thermal stability and solubility.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions due to the activating nature of the sulfone group.
• Research and Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and developing novel synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl-1-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzene
CAS No.	6462-28-8
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2S
Molecular Weight	184.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylsulfonyl-2,4-dimethylbenzene; 2,4-Dimethylphenyl methyl sulfone; 2,4-Xylyl methyl sulfone; Methyl 2,4-dimethylphenyl sulfone; (2,4-Dimethylphenyl)(methyl)sulfone; p-Tolyl methyl sulfone (related isomer); Benzene, 2,4-dimethyl-1-(methylsulfonyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl-1-(Methylsulfonyl)Benzene is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for demanding synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and residual solvent analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch upon request, detailing all relevant specifications.

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 and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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