Description

2-Chlorobenzyl Chloride is a versatile and reactive organochlorine compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a benzyl chloride and an aromatic chloride group, makes it an indispensable intermediate for introducing the 2-chlorobenzyl moiety into target molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for the production of active ingredients, dyes, and other specialty chemicals where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and various pharmacologically active compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for alkylation and further functionalization reactions in research and fine chemical production.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in laboratories for method development and the synthesis of novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chlorobenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	11-19-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6Cl2
Molecular Weight	161.03 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloromethyl-2-chlorobenzene; α,2-Dichlorotoluene; o-Chlorobenzyl Chloride; 2-Chloro-α-chlorotoluene; (2-Chlorophenyl)methyl chloride; Benzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-2-chloro-; NSC 8765
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chlorobenzyl Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and identification by FT-IR, to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance assurance for your regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, amines, and oxidizing agents. Due to its reactivity as a strong acid/organic solvent, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and decomposition. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.