2-Methylbenzene-1-sulfonamide, CAS No. 88-19-7

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88-19-7

Catalog No. EBD47017

CAS 88-19-7

Name 2-Methylbenzene-1-sulfonamide

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Basic Information

Synonyms: o-Toluenesulphonamide 2-Methylbenzene-1-sulfonamide 2-TolueneSuldonamide ORTHOTOLUENESULFONAMIDE O-TOLUENESULFONAMIDE o-Methylbenzenesulfonamide

Molecular Formula: C7H9NO2S

Molecular Weight: 171.22

MDL Number: MFCD00007934

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Basic Synthetic Reagents > Other Basic Synthetic Reagents

Product Description:

2-Toluenesulfonamide is an organic compound with the molecular formula C7H9NO2S. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid derived from toluene sulfonation. Structurally, it features a sulfonamide (-SO2NH2) functional group attached to the ortho position of a toluene ring. This compound serves as a versatile building block and reagent in organic synthesis. Its primary role is as a precursor for the synthesis of various sulfonamide derivatives, which are important in medicinal chemistry and materials science. The sulfonamide group can act as a protecting group for amines or participate in further functionalization reactions. It is also used in the preparation of dyes, plasticizers, and other industrial chemicals. As a solid with moderate solubility in common organic solvents, it is handled as a standard laboratory chemical. Relevant safety data should be consulted prior to use, as with all sulfonamide compounds.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 156-158 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 221 °C

Flash Point: 178°C

Density: 1.271 g/cm3

Analytical Data

Appearance: white to light yellow crystal powder