CAS 13432-82-1

4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzenesulfonyl chloride

Description:

4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzenesulfonyl chloride, with the CAS number 13432-82-1, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a sulfonyl chloride functional group attached to a substituted aromatic ring. This compound features a hydroxyl group and two methyl groups on the benzene ring, which contribute to its reactivity and solubility properties. It is typically a white to light yellow solid that is sensitive to moisture, as it can hydrolyze to form the corresponding sulfonic acid. The sulfonyl chloride group makes it a useful reagent in organic synthesis, particularly for the introduction of sulfonyl groups into various substrates. It is important to handle this compound with care due to its corrosive nature and potential to release toxic gases upon reaction with water or amines. In terms of applications, it is often utilized in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals, where it serves as an intermediate in the formation of sulfonamide derivatives.

Formula: C₈H₉ClO₃S

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9ClO3S/c1-5-3-7(13(9,11)12)4-6(2)8(5)10/h3-4,10H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=MDLFBQPKPHXUGF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: S(Cl)(=O)(=O)C1=CC(C)=C(O)C(C)=C1

Synonyms:

• 4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylbenzenesulfonyl chloride
• 3,5-Dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzenesulfonyl chloride
• Benzenesulfonyl chloride, 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethyl-
• 3,5-Xylenesulfonyl chloride, 4-hydroxy-