Molekula
1,4-Butane sultone
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1,4-Butane sultone is a cyclic sulfonate ester used in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of sulfonate-containing compounds and as a reagent in pharmaceutical and polymer chemistry. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 1633-83-6, Molecular Formula: C4H8O3S, Molecular Weight: 136.17 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 1,4-Butane sultone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £62.10 per pack ex VAT · £74.52 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Purity (GC) | ≥99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 40482562 |
| CAS Number | 1633-83-6 |
| IUPAC Name | oxathiane 2,2-dioxide |
| EC Number | 216-647-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H8O3S |
| Molecular Weight | 136.17 |
| Exact Mass | 136.0194 |
| SMILES | C1CCS(=O)(=O)OC1 |
| InChIKey | MHYFEEDKONKGEB-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H8O3S/c5-8(6)4-2-1-3-7-8/h1-4H2 |
| PubChem CID | 15411 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29349990 |
| Tariff Code | 2934999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1-BUTANESULFONIC ACID, 4-HYDROXY-, .DELTA.-SULTONE
- 1,2-Oxathiane, 2,2-dioxide
- 1,4-Butanesulfone
- 1,4-Butylene sulfone
- Butane sultone
- Butanesulfone
- deltaValerosultone
- MHYFEEDKONKGEB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- oxathiane 2,2-dioxide
Frequently asked questions
What is 1,4-Butane sultone used for?
It is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of sulfobetaines and other specialty chemicals, particularly in the production of surfactants and pharmaceuticals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1,4-Butane sultone?
The formula is C4H8O3S with a molecular weight of 136.17 g/mol.
How should 1,4-Butane sultone be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grade is available for 1,4-Butane sultone?
Molekula offers 1,4-Butane sultone in technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1,4-Butane sultone in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 1,4-Butane sultone in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 1,4-Butane sultone?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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