Description

5-Chloro-2-(Methylsulfonamido)Benzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive chemical intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its dual functionality, serving as a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with specific pharmacological or agrochemical activity. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists, as well as process scale-up teams, in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of sulfonamide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for developing new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the benzoyl chloride and sulfonamide moieties contribute to biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a critical building block in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds requiring chlorobenzoyl and sulfonamide functionalities.
• Peptide Mimetic Synthesis: Useful for introducing specific side chains or protecting groups in the development of peptide analogs and bio-conjugates.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-(Methylsulfonamido)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	89938-78-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7Cl2NO3S
Molecular Weight	292.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylsulfonylamino)-5-chlorobenzoyl chloride; 5-Chloro-2-[(methylsulfonyl)amino]benzoyl chloride; N-(5-Chloro-2-chlorocarbonylphenyl)methanesulfonamide; 89938-78-3; Benzoyl chloride, 5-chloro-2-[(methylsulfonyl)amino]-; Methanesulfonamide, N-(5-chloro-2-chlorocarbonylphenyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-(Methylsulfonamido)Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.