Description

Vinyl 6-Chlorotoluene-3-Sulphonate is a specialized organic sulfonate ester, a key chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis. This compound matters for its role in introducing functional vinyl and sulfonate groups, enabling the development of novel polymers, agrochemicals, and pharmaceutical active ingredients. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly where a sulfonate ester moiety is required for bioactivity or as a protecting group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the reactivity of the vinyl and chlorotoluene groups.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials with specific solubility or reactivity profiles.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of advanced colorants and photographic chemicals, where the sulfonate group enhances water solubility and binding properties.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for methodology development and creating complex organic molecules for screening and testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vinyl 6-Chlorotoluene-3-Sulphonate
CAS No.	84540-41-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO3S
Molecular Weight	232.68 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-m-tolyl vinyl sulfonate; 2-Chloro-5-methylphenyl ethenesulfonate; Vinyl 6-chloro-m-toluenesulfonate; 6-Chloro-3-methylphenyl vinyl sulfonate; 2-Chloro-5-methylphenyl vinyl sulfonate; 6-Chlorotoluene-3-sulfonic acid vinyl ester; (6-Chloro-3-methylphenyl) vinyl sulfonate
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Quality Control

Our Vinyl 6-Chlorotoluene-3-Sulphonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are available upon request to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the reactive nature of sulfonate esters, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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