Numéro CAS

CAS 80-48-8 — Méthyl p-toluenesulfonate

Methyl p-toluenesulfonate (MeOTs) is a sulfonate ester widely used as a methylating agent in organic synthesis, particularly for converting alcohols to methyl ethers and in the preparation of quaternary ammonium salts. It is also employed in pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate production due to its high reactivity and selectivity. This chemical has a CAS number of 80-48-8, with the molecular formula CH3C6H4SO3CH3 and a molecular weight of 186.23. It must be stored between 2 to 8°C and is classified with the signal word "Danger." Molekula supplies Methyl p-toluenesulfonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.