CAS 21205-06-1

[4-(Methylsulfonyl)phenyl]phenylmethanone

Description:

[4-(Methylsulfonyl)phenyl]phenylmethanone, also known by its CAS number 21205-06-1, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a phenyl group attached to a ketone functional group, along with a methylsulfonyl substituent on one of the phenyl rings. This compound typically exhibits a solid state at room temperature and is soluble in organic solvents such as acetone and dichloromethane, but may have limited solubility in water. The methylsulfonyl group contributes to its polar characteristics, influencing its reactivity and interactions in various chemical environments. It may be utilized in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals due to its potential biological activity. The compound's structure allows for various functional group transformations, making it a versatile intermediate in synthetic pathways. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with all chemical substances, to ensure proper precautions are taken.

Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₃S

InChI: InChI=1S/C14H12O3S/c1-18(16,17)13-9-7-12(8-10-13)14(15)11-5-3-2-4-6-11/h2-10H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=JXUAEWZXTZYIBJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(=O)(C1=CC=C(S(C)(=O)=O)C=C1)C2=CC=CC=C2

Synonyms:

• [4-(Methylsulfonyl)phenyl]phenylmethanone
• Benzophenone, 4-(methylsulfonyl)-
• Methanone, [4-(methylsulfonyl)phenyl]phenyl-
• 4-(Methylsulfonyl)benzophenone
• (4-Methanesulfonylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone

(4-Methanesulfonylphenyl)(phenyl)methanone

CAS: 21205-06-1

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Formula: C₁₄H₁₂O₃S

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 260.31 g/mol

Ref: 3D-WAA20506