Methyl phenyl sulfone is an organic sulfone compound widely used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis. It has a melting point of 85-88°C and boiling point of 302.6°C at 760 mmHg. This compound is soluble in common organic solvents like ethanol and methanol, but nearly insoluble in water. With a density of 1.19 g/cm³ and flash point of 171.4°C, it is commonly employed as a solvent, reagent, and building block in organic reactions. Methyl phenyl sulfone shows good thermal stability and is used in the synthesis of polymers, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. It should be stored in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizing agents.
