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Methanesulfinic acid sodium salt, 95%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: L11360.03
1 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Methanesulfinic acid sodium salt, 95%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: L11360.03
1 g, Each
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Catalog number: L11360.03
also known as L11360-03
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
20277-69-4
IUPAC Name
sodium methanesulfinate
Molecular Formula
CH3NaO2S
InChI Key
LYPGDCWPTHTUDO-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES
[Na+].CS([O-])=O
Assay (ex Sulphated Ash)
≥94.0 to ≤106.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer Titration)
<2.0%
Proton NMR
Conforms to structure
Appearance (Color)
White to cream
Melting Point
223-234?C

Description

Methanesulfinic acid sodium salt is used in the preparation of alkyl methyl sulfone and methyl bis(4-tolyl)sulfoniumtrifluoromethanesulfonate. It is also employed in the synthesis of two sulfonyl type reversible addition-fragmentation transfer (RAFT) agents such as benzyl methylsulfonyldithioformate and benzyl phenylsulfonyldithioformate.

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
Methanesulfinic acid sodium salt is used in the preparation of alkyl methyl sulfone and methyl bis(4-tolyl)sulfoniumtrifluoromethanesulfonate. It is also employed in the synthesis of two sulfonyl type reversible addition-fragmentation transfer (RAFT) agents such as benzyl methylsulfonyldithioformate and benzyl phenylsulfonyldithioformate.

Solubility
Soluble in water.

Notes
Air sensitive. Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Acute oral toxicity
    Category 4
    Acute dermal toxicity
    Category 4
    Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists
    Category 4
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    Hazard Statements

    H302 + H312 + H332 - Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled

    Precautionary Statements

    P301 + P312 - IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

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

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

    P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water