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Sulfonethylmethane

Also known as Methylsulfonal, 2,2-Bis(ethylsulfonyl)butane, Methylsulphonal

CAS 76-20-0Formula C8H18O4S2Molar mass 242.36 g/molEC 200-942-4
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Sulfonethylmethane chemical structure, C8H18O4S2, CAS 76-20-0
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CAS number
76-20-0
Formula
C8H18O4S2
Molar mass
242.36 g/mol
EC number
200-942-4
HS code
293090
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Sulfonethylmethane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methylsulfonal is a dithioketal.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2,2-bis(ethylsulfonyl)butane
CAS number
76-20-0 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
200-942-4
Molecular formula
C8H18O4S2
UNII
217727W28W
InChIKey
LKACJLUUJRMGFK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H18O4S2/c1-5-8(4,13(9,10)6-2)14(11,12)7-3/h5-7H2,1-4H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCC(C)(S(=O)(=O)CC)S(=O)(=O)CC

Synonyms

  • Methylsulfonal
  • 2,2-Bis(ethylsulfonyl)butane
  • Methylsulphonal
  • Trional
  • Trionalon
  • Metilosulfonal
  • Diethylsulfonmethylethylmethane
  • Sulfonethylmethanum
  • Methylsulfonalum
  • Sulphonethylmethane
  • Butane, 2,2-bis(ethylsulfonyl)-
  • 3-01-00-02790 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • 2,2-Bis(ethylsulphonyl)butane
  • Tional
  • Ethylsulfonal
  • DEA No. 2605
  • t i o n a l
  • 2,2-Di(ethanesulfonyl)butane
  • Butane,2-bis(ethylsulfonyl)-
  • Butane,2,2-bis(ethylsulfonyl)-
  • 1,1-bis(ethylsulfonyl)-1-methylpropane

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
242.36 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
242.0647 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.98calc.
Topological polar surface area
68.28 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
14calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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Controls

  • US DEA controlled substance or listed chemical

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Sulfonethylmethane is traded under.

HS 2930.90Indicative HS code

Organo-sulphur compounds, other

World exports in 2024
$5.83B
+0.1% vs 2023, imports $5.93B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.7%
  2. United States10.9%
  3. Japan9.3%
Top importers
  1. United States13.3%
  2. Brazil12.6%
  3. China6.6%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Sulfonethylmethane is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Sulfonethylmethane, based on the data on this page

What is Sulfonethylmethane?

Methylsulfonal is a dithioketal.

What is the CAS number of Sulfonethylmethane?

The CAS registry number of Sulfonethylmethane is 76-20-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Sulfonethylmethane?

The molecular formula of Sulfonethylmethane is C8H18O4S2 and its molar mass is 242.36 g/mol.

What is Sulfonethylmethane used for?

Known uses and roles of Sulfonethylmethane include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Sulfonethylmethane hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Sulfonethylmethane is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Sulfonethylmethane?

Sulfonethylmethane is usually classified under HS code 293090 (Organo-sulphur compounds, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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