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Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane

Also known as: Bis(benzenesulfonyl)methane, Methylenebis(phenyl sulfone), 1,1'-[Methylenebis(sulfonyl)]bis[benzene], Benzene, 1,1'-[methylenebis(sulfonyl)]bis-, NSC 47076, CH2(SO2Ph)2, [(Phenylsulfonyl)methyl]sulfonylbenzene, Di(phenylsulfonyl)methane, AKOS 90237, MFCD00007553

Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane (CAS 3406-02-8) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H12O4S2 and a molecular weight of 296.362 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 119-121 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 552.8±46.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 374.4±21.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3406-02-8
Jingsj CID
J-48716-1
Molecular Formula
C13H12O4S2
Molecular Weight
296.362 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point119-121 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point552.8±46.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point374.4±21.7 °C
Exact Mass296.017700
PSA85.04000
LogP1.67
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.594

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2904100000
Summary2904100000 derivatives containing only sulpho groups, their salts and ethyl esters。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane?

The CAS number of Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane is 3406-02-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane?

Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane has molecular formula C13H12O4S2 and molecular weight 296.362 g/mol.

Is Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane hazardous?

Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane?

For Bis(phenylsulfonyl)methane, Upstream Products: Bis(phenylthio)methane, Dimedone, Sodium benzenethiolate; Downstream Products: S-Phenyl benzenethiosulfonate.

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