Description

2-Chloromethoxyethylchloride is a versatile bifunctional organic intermediate featuring both an alkyl chloride and a chloromethyl ether group. This compound is valued for its high reactivity, making it a critical building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the synthesis of compounds with ether and amine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive sites allow for modular chemical construction.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a cross-linking agent or a functional monomer to introduce chloromethyl groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the -CH2OCH2CH2Cl moiety into target molecules during exploratory chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and colorants that require specific chlorinated ether linkages.
• Surface Active Agent Precursor: Used to synthesize specialty surfactants and quaternary ammonium compounds with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloromethoxyethylchloride
CAS No.	1462-33-5
Molecular Formula	C3H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	128.99 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-(chloromethoxy)ethane; 2-Chloroethyl chloromethyl ether; (2-Chloroethoxy)methyl chloride; β-Chloroethyl chloromethyl ether; Ethane, 1-chloro-2-(chloromethoxy)-; Chloromethyl 2-chloroethyl ether; NSC 88410
EINECS	215-969-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloromethoxyethylchloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	1.18 - 1.22 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.438 - 1.442

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