Isopropyl 4-toluene sulphonate, CAS No. 2307-69-9

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2307-69-9

Catalog No. EBD24316

CAS 2307-69-9

Name Isopropyl 4-toluene sulphonate

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Basic Information

Synonyms: isopropylp-toluenesulfonate isopropyl4-toluenesulphonate isopropyltoluene-4-sulphonate isopropylpara-toluenesulphonate isobutyl4-methylbenzenesulfonate 4-methylbenzenesulfonicacid1-methylethylester p-toluenesulfonicacidisopropylester (4-methylphenyl)propane-2-sulfonate CCRIS9149 Isopropyltoluene-4-sulfonate 4-methylphenylpropane-2-sulfonate 2-methylpropyl4-methylbenzenesulfonate propan-2-yl4-methylbenzenesulfonate

Molecular Formula: C10H14O3S

Molecular Weight: 214.28

MDL Number: MFCD00968877

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Other Organic Building Blocks

Product Description:

Isopropyl p-toluenesulfonate is an organic compound belonging to the class of alkyl sulfonates. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with the molecular formula C10H14O3S. Structurally, it consists of a p-toluenesulfonate (tosylate) group linked to an isopropyl moiety, making it a versatile alkylating agent. Its primary application is in organic synthesis as an alkylating reagent. The tosylate group is an excellent leaving group, facilitating nucleophilic substitution reactions (typically SN2). It is commonly used to introduce the isopropyl group into various nucleophiles such as alcohols, amines, and thiols to synthesize corresponding isopropyl ethers, isopropylamines, and thioethers. It serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This compound is moisture-sensitive and should be stored under inert conditions. It is considered hazardous, causing skin and eye irritation, and may be harmful if inhaled or ingested. Proper personal protective equipment and handling in a well-ventilated fume hood are essential during its use.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 20 °C

Boiling Point: 314.1 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: >110 °C

Density: 1.142 g/mL at 25 °C

Refractivity: n20/D 1.503