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Varsal Methanesulfonyl Chloride (MSC)

Chemical Name: Methanesulfonyl chloride

CAS Number: 124-63-0

Chemical Family: Sulfonyl Chlorides

Synonyms: Chloro methyl sulfone, Mesyl chloride, Methanesulfochloride, Methanesulfonic acid chloride, Methyl sulfochloride, Methylsulfonyl chloride, NSC 15039

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CAS No.
124-63-0
EC No.
204-706-1

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • VARSAL's MSC is made from the chlorination of DMDS.
  • The process is clean, with no methyl mercaptan odor and no detectable impurities of methyl methane thiosulfonate.
  • It is ideal for pharmaceutical applications.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

Used as a building block for agricultural and pharmaceutical chemicals.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Sulfur-like, Unpleasant
Appearance
Transparent Oily Liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color Number30.0APHA
Dimethyl Disulfide100.0ppm
Heavy Metals Content (as Pb) 5.0ppm
Iron Content5.0ppm
Methyl Methane ThiosulfoSodium Content100.0ppm
Molecular Weight114.6
Purity99.9wt%
Water Content300.0ppm

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

250 Kg per X-type drum (steel/plastic drum) or Iso-tank container.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Precautions for safe handling

Use closed dosing, transfer, sampling and application systems including connectors. Use adequate ventilation to remove vapors (fumes, dust etc). Wear suitable respiratory protective equipment. Check with protective equipment manufacturer's data. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

  • Storage Temperature Store in a cool/low-temperature, well-ventilated (dry) place.
  • Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases.

Special Storage Conditions:

High humidity and elevated temperature should be avoided. Must be stored in well-vented storage area.

Specific end use(s)

Chemical Intermediate