Description

4-Nitrophenyl (Methyl) Sulfoxide is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a sulfinyl group bonded to a methyl and a nitrophenyl moiety. This structure makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate and a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive sulfoxide core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating chiral sulfoxide ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials where the nitrophenyl group contributes to electron-accepting properties.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes to study enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a functional handle for further chemical transformations, such as reductions or cross-coupling reactions, to create diverse chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitrophenyl (Methyl) Sulfoxide
CAS No.	940-12-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO3S
Molecular Weight	185.20 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Nitrophenyl Methyl Sulfoxide; Methyl p-Nitrophenyl Sulfoxide; (4-Nitrophenyl)(methyl)sulfoxide; 1-Methylsulfinyl-4-nitrobenzene; 4-Nitrobenzenemethylsulfoxide; NSC 403119; (Methylsulfinyl)(4-nitrophenyl)
EINECS	213-375-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitrophenyl (Methyl) Sulfoxide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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