Description

Ethanone, 1-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-[(Methylsulfonyl)Oxy]- (9Ci) is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a mesylate ester group, which is a key reactive handle for further chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the development of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially where the introduction of a specific ketone or sulfonate ester functionality is required.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and scale-up of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures, including heterocycles and functionalized aromatic compounds.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, or organic electronic materials.
• Process Chemistry: Utilized in route scouting and optimization for the efficient, scalable production of target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanone, 1-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-[(Methylsulfonyl)Oxy]- (9Ci)
CAS No.	799804-23-2
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4S
Molecular Weight	228.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-[(methylsulfonyl)oxy]ethanone; 2-Methylphenacyl methanesulfonate; o-Methylphenacyl mesylate; 1-(o-Tolyl)-2-(methylsulfonyloxy)ethanone; 2-(Methylsulfonyloxy)-1-(2-methylphenyl)ethanone; Mesyloxyacetophenone derivative; (2-Methylphenyl)glyoxal methylsulfonate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Ethanone, 1-(2-Methylphenyl)-2-[(Methylsulfonyl)Oxy]- adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.