Description

4-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl Phenyl Sulfone is a versatile and high-value brominated aromatic sulfone building block. This compound is critical for its role as an advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for sulfone-based drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the phenyl sulfone moiety is required.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance engineering plastics and specialty polymers.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: A precursor in the manufacture of sulfone-based compounds for liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions due to the reactive bromomethyl group.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl Phenyl Sulfone
CAS No.	7705-63-7
Molecular Formula	C13H11BrO2S
Molecular Weight	311.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromo-4-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene; p-(Bromomethyl)phenyl Phenyl Sulfone; 4-(Bromomethyl)diphenyl Sulfone; [(4-Bromophenyl)methyl]sulfonylbenzene; (4-Bromobenzyl)(phenyl)sulfone; NSC 403119; BPS
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Bromomethyl)Phenyl Phenyl Sulfone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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