Description

3-(Butylsulfonyl)Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a specialized sulfone-containing acrylate ester, serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an electron-withdrawing sulfonyl group and a polymerizable acrylate moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating functional materials with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring high-purity synthetic intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sulfone functional groups for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a functional monomer for creating polymers with specific properties like enhanced adhesion, chemical resistance, or controlled release characteristics.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced materials, including coatings, resins, and electronic chemicals.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a Michael acceptor or an electrophile in various palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Butylsulfonyl)Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	73663-90-8
Molecular Formula	C9H16O4S
Molecular Weight	220.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(Butylsulfonyl)acrylate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(butylsulfonyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl (E)-3-(butylsulfonyl)acrylate; 3-(n-Butylsulfonyl)acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 405122; Ethyl β-(Butylsulfonyl)acrylate; Acrylic acid, 3-(butylsulfonyl)-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(Butylsulfonyl)Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.