Description

1-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzene, also known as p-Tolyl Methyl Sulfoxide, is a versatile organosulfur compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its sulfinyl group makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those containing sulfoxide or sulfone moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral sulfoxide ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a building block for advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various oxidation reactions and as a directing group in metal-catalyzed cross-couplings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzene
CAS No.	934-72-5
Molecular Formula	C8H10OS
Molecular Weight	154.23 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Tolyl Methyl Sulfoxide; 4-Methylphenyl Methyl Sulfoxide; Methyl p-Tolyl Sulfoxide; (4-Methylphenyl)(methyl)sulfoxide; 1-Methyl-4-(methylsulfinyl)benzene; p-Methylphenyl Methyl Sulfoxide; 4-(Methylsulfinyl)toluene
EINECS	213-308-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfinyl)Benzene is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	54 - 58 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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