Description

1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-[(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]-1-Ethanone is a specialized organic sulfone compound with a distinct molecular architecture. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in facilitating complex synthetic pathways, particularly in the development of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical actives. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for synthesizing novel compounds and optimizing production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its sulfone moiety.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor or monomer in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular frameworks via reactions like Michael additions or nucleophilic substitutions.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-[(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]-1-Ethanone
CAS No.	86516-51-0
Molecular Formula	C16H16O4S
Molecular Weight	304.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Methoxy-2-(p-tolylsulfonyl)acetophenone; 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-(4-methylphenylsulfonyl)ethanone; 2-(4-Methylbenzenesulfonyl)-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethanone; p-Methoxy-ω-(p-tolylsulfonyl)acetophenone; 4-Methoxy-α-tosylacetophenone; 86516-51-0; Ethanone, 1-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-[(4-methylphenyl)sulfonyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-[(4-Methylphenyl)Sulfonyl]-1-Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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