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Methanesulfonyl chloride, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A13383.22
100 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Methanesulfonyl chloride, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A13383.22
100 g, Each
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Catalog number: A13383.22
also known as A13383-22
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
124-63-0
IUPAC Name
methanesulfonyl chloride
Molecular Formula
CH3ClO2S
InChI Key
QARBMVPHQWIHKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CS(Cl)(=O)=O
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Assay from Supplier's CofA
≥97.5% (GC, US-sourced material)
Refractive Index
1.4505-1.4545 @20°C
Form
Liquid
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms (UK-sourced material)

Description

Methanesulfonyl chloride is used as a reagent for conversion of alcohols to mesylate esters such as methanesulfonate, which is an intermediate in substitution reactions, elimination reactions, reductions, and rearrangement reactions viz. Beckmann rearrangement. It is an electrophile and acts as a source of CH3SO2+ group. It is also used to prepare beta-chloro sulfones, methanesulfonamide and heterocyclic compounds containing five membered sultones.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Methanesulfonyl chloride is used as a reagent for conversion of alcohols to mesylate esters such as methanesulfonate, which is an intermediate in substitution reactions, elimination reactions, reductions, and rearrangement reactions viz. Beckmann rearrangement. It is an electrophile and acts as a source of CH3SO2+ group. It is also used to prepare beta-chloro sulfones, methanesulfonamide and heterocyclic compounds containing five membered sultones.

Solubility
Miscible with alcohol, ether and organic solvents. Immiscible with water.

Notes
Moisture sensitive. Store in a cool place. Incompatible with strong bases, oxidizing agents and alcohols. It is a lachrymator and reacts with water.
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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Substances/mixtures corrosive to metal
    Category 1
    Acute oral toxicity
    Category 3
    Acute dermal toxicity
    Category 3
    Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors
    Category 1
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 1
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 1
    Skin Sensitization
    Category 1
    Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
    Category 3
    Label Elements
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    Danger

    Hazard Statements

    H301 + H311 - Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin

    H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

    H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction

    H330 - Fatal if inhaled

    H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

    Physical hazards

    H290 - May be corrosive to metals

    Precautionary Statements

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting

    P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower

    P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

    P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician