1-Methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene

1-甲基-2-[(苯磺酰)甲基]苯

Also known as: 2-Methylbenzyl phenyl sulfone, 1-(benzenesulfonylmethyl)-2-methylbenzene, 1-Methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene, Benzene, 1-methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]-, 2-Methylbenzyl phenyl sulfone, 2-Methylphenylmethyl phenyl sulfone

1-Methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene (CAS 71996-48-0) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H14O2S and a molecular weight of 246.32500 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Methylbenzyl phenyl sulfone, 1-(benzenesulfonylmethyl)-2-methylbenzene and Benzene, 1-methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]-. Key properties include a melting point of 81-83ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 435.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.183g/cm3 and a flash point of 271ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
71996-48-0
Jingsj CID
J-1310076-8
Molecular Formula
C14H14O2S
Chinese Name
1-甲基-2-[(苯磺酰)甲基]苯
Molecular Weight
246.32500 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point81-83ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point435.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.183g/cm3
Flash Point271ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene?

The CAS number of 1-Methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene is 71996-48-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene?

1-Methyl-2-[(phenylsulfonyl)methyl]benzene has molecular formula C14H14O2S and molecular weight 246.32500 g/mol.

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