2-methyl-2-methylsulfonyloxy-propane

• CAT Number: M077418
• CAS Number: 16427-41-1
• Molecular Formula: C5H12O3S
• Molecular Weight: 152.208
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: tert-butyl methanesulfonate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H12O3S/c1-5(2,3)8-9(4,6)7/h1-4H3
• InChIKey: KWZYUHDFABISCL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)(C)OS(=O)(=O)C

2-Methyl-2-methylsulfonyloxy-propane, also known as tert-butyl methanesulfonate, is an organic compound used as an alkylating agent in chemical synthesis. The compound features a tert-butyl group attached to a methanesulfonyl (mesyl) ester, making it reactive in nucleophilic substitution reactions. Its primary use is in organic chemistry for introducing a tert-butyl group into molecules or in the formation of more complex structures. The mesylate group enhances its reactivity, allowing for efficient alkylation in a variety of synthetic pathways, including pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Like other alkylating agents, it must be handled with care due to its potential reactivity and toxicity.