2-(Methylsulfonyl)acetic acid
Also known as: Methanesulfonylacetic acid, Methylsulfonylacetic acid, 2-Methanesulfonylacetic acid, 2-methylsulfonylacetic acid, Carboxymethylmethyl sulfone, Mesylacetic acid, Methanesulphonylacetic acid, Acetic acid, 2-(methylsulfonyl)-
2-(Methylsulfonyl)acetic acid (CAS 2516-97-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6O4S and a molecular weight of 138.142 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 118-120°C, a boiling point of 423.6±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 210.0±24.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2516-97-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-24890-8
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6O4S
- Molecular Weight
- 138.142 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 118-120°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 423.6±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 210.0±24.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 137.998672 |
| PSA | 79.82000 |
| LogP | -1.23 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.475 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-(Methylsulfonyl)acetic acid?
The CAS number of 2-(Methylsulfonyl)acetic acid is 2516-97-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Methylsulfonyl)acetic acid?
2-(Methylsulfonyl)acetic acid has molecular formula C3H6O4S and molecular weight 138.142 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Methylsulfonyl)acetic acid?
For 2-(Methylsulfonyl)acetic acid, Upstream Products: (Methylthio)acetic acid, Ethyl methanesulfonylacetate, 2-(Methylsulfonyl)ethanol; Downstream Products: Dimethyl sulfone, Ethyl methanesulfonylacetate.
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