Description

2-(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyloxybenzoic Acid is a specialized organic sulfonate ester derivative of benzoic acid, serving as a high-value chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where precise functionalization is required. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical synthesis, and specialty chemical manufacturers seeking to develop novel compounds with specific sulfonyl and carboxyl functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a sulfonyloxybenzoate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers and coatings with enhanced properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing complex organic dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A valuable precursor in the development of electronic display materials and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for academic and industrial R&D projects.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyloxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	82745-72-0
Molecular Formula	C14H12O5S
Molecular Weight	292.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Methylphenyl)sulfonyl]oxybenzoic acid; 2-(p-Tolylsulfonyloxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-[(4-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]oxy-; o-Carboxyphenyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; 4-Methylbenzenesulfonic acid 2-carboxyphenyl ester; p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 2-carboxyphenyl ester; 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid 4-methylbenzenesulfonate ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyloxybenzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our quality system is designed to support applications requiring material traceability and regulatory compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product stability and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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