Description

2-Methyl-3,3-Dichloroacrolein is a reactive α,β-unsaturated aldehyde derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value chemical intermediate. Its core value proposition lies in its ability to introduce the dichloromethylenated acryloyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of complex heterocycles and functional materials. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing heterocyclic structures like pyrimidines and pyridines.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Specialty Polymer Precursor: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, nucleophilic additions, and cyclocondensation reactions to form complex organic molecules in research settings.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of new organic electronic materials or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its functional group combination.
• Chemical Intermediate for Dyes & Pigments: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-3,3-Dichloroacrolein
CAS No.	1561-34-8
Molecular Formula	C4H4Cl2O
Molecular Weight	138.98 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3-Dichloro-2-methylacrolein; 2-Methyl-3,3-dichloro-2-propenal; 3,3-Dichloro-2-methylpropenal; Dichloromethyl methyl glyoxal; (E)-3,3-Dichloro-2-methylacrylaldehyde; NSC 404058; α-Methyl-β,β-dichloroacrolein
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-3,3-Dichloroacrolein is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided to guarantee compliance with your research and process development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total

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