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o-Toluenesulfonyl chloride is a chemical compound that functions as a sulfonylating agent in organic synthesis. It is used to introduce the tosyl group into organic molecules, serving as a versatile reagent for the preparation of various tosyl derivatives. The mode of action of o-Toluenesulfonyl chloride involves the substitution of the hydroxyl group in alcohols, phenols, and carboxylic acids, as well as the amino group in amines, to form the corresponding tosylates. This reaction occurs through the displacement of the chloride ion by the nucleophile, resulting in the formation of the tosylated product. o-Toluenesulfonyl chloride can act as a mild dehydrating agent in certain reactions, facilitating the formation of carbon-carbon double bonds. Its ability to selectively modify functional groups makes it a in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for and development purposes.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
o-Toluenesulfonyl chloride, 1 g | sc-228862 | 1 g | $24.00 |