Description

3-(Methylsulphonyl)Benzyl Bromide 97% is a high-purity organic bromide building block characterized by its reactive benzyl bromide group and electron-withdrawing methylsulfonyl substituent. This combination makes it a versatile and critical intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for constructing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the benzyl moiety is incorporated into the final active molecule.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized phosphine ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its ability to introduce functional groups.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Acts as a reactive handle for bioconjugation, labeling biomolecules, or creating activity-based probes for enzyme studies.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic labs exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Methylsulphonyl)Benzyl Bromide
CAS No.	82657-76-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO2S
Molecular Weight	249.12 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Bromo-3-(methylsulfonyl)toluene; (3-(Methylsulfonyl)phenyl)methyl Bromide; 3-(Methylsulfonyl)benzyl Bromide; 1-(Bromomethyl)-3-(methylsulfonyl)benzene; m-(Methylsulphonyl)benzyl Bromide; 3-Methanesulfonylbenzyl Bromide; 82657-76-9; 3-Methylsulfonylbenzyl Bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Methylsulphonyl)Benzyl Bromide 97% is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if possible to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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