Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride

Name: Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-048991

About Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride

Listed under CAS 3518-65-8, Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride is a process intermediate or related compound of Lurasidone available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula CH2Cl2O2S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 149.0 g/mol. Common synonyms include Methanesulfonyl chloride, chloro- and Chloromethanesulphonyl chloride.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Lurasidone, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Lurasidone

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Lurasidone impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride
Catalogue No.	VQ-048991
CAS Number	3518-65-8
IUPAC name	chloromethanesulfonyl chloride
Molecular formula	CH₂Cl₂O₂S
Molecular weight	149 g/mol
Exact mass	147.9153
InChIKey	KQDDQXNVESLJNO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(S(=O)(=O)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	77054

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	42.5 Å²
Synonyms	Methanesulfonyl chloride, chloro-, Chloromethanesulphonyl chloride, (Chloromethyl)sulfonyl chloride, Chlorid kyseliny chlormethansulfonove, Chloromethylsulfonyl Chloride, chloromethylsulphonyl chloride, chloromethylchlorosulfone, chloro(chloromethyl)sulfone, chlormethylsulfonyl chloride, chloromethylsulfuryl chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride?

The CAS Registry Number of Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride is 3518-65-8. It is also known as Methanesulfonyl chloride, chloro-, Chloromethanesulphonyl chloride, (Chloromethyl)sulfonyl chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride?

Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride has the molecular formula CH2Cl2O2S and a molecular weight of 149 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is chloromethanesulfonyl chloride.

What is Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride used for?

Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Lurasidone. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride can I order?

We supply Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride?

Yes. Every lot of Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride be shipped internationally?

Yes. Chloromethanesulfonyl chloride is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.