Description

1-Bromo-4-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene is a high-value, multi-functional organic building block featuring both bromo and phenylsulfonylmethyl substituents on a benzene core. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of complex molecular architectures through cross-coupling and functional group transformations. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring sulfone or aryl bromide functionalities for further derivatization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the bromine atom acts as a handle for Suzuki or other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or building block for creating novel polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials with specific optoelectronic properties.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Can be utilized as a reagent for bioconjugation or as a scaffold for developing enzyme inhibitors and molecular probes due to its reactive bromine and sulfone groups.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on new catalytic systems and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Bromo-4-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene
CAS No.	91110-68-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁BrO₂S
Molecular Weight	311.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromobenzyl phenyl sulfone; (4-Bromobenzyl)(phenyl)sulfone; 1-Bromo-4-(phenylsulfonylmethyl)benzene; p-Bromobenzyl phenyl sulfone; α-(4-Bromophenyl)benzenemethanesulfonic acid sulfone; NSC 403796; Benzene, 1-bromo-4-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-4-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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