
Catalog Number	AR005NEZ
Chemical Name	Benzenemethanol, 4-bromo-2-(methylsulfonyl)-
CAS Number	773873-27-1
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrO3S
Molecular Weight	265.1243
MDL Number	MFCD06203105
SMILES	OCc1ccc(cc1S(=O)(=O)C)Br

4-Bromo-2-(methylsulfonyl)benzenemethanol is a versatile compound commonly used in chemical synthesis. Its unique structure allows for a variety of applications in organic chemistry, particularly in the formation of complex molecules and pharmaceutical intermediates. One key use of 4-Bromo-2-(methylsulfonyl)benzenemethanol is as a building block in the synthesis of biologically active compounds. Its bromine and methylsulfonyl groups can be selectively manipulated to introduce different functional groups or stereochemistry, making it a valuable tool in the design of new drug candidates or natural product derivatives.Furthermore, the hydroxyl group present in 4-Bromo-2-(methylsulfonyl)benzenemethanol can serve as a handle for further derivatization, enabling the attachment of various molecular fragments to create more complex structures. This compound's flexibility and reactivity make it an essential reagent for organic chemists seeking to access diverse chemical space and develop novel molecules with potential therapeutic applications.