Description

2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile chlorinated aromatic alcohol with significant utility as a chemical intermediate and active ingredient. Its value lies in its dual functionality, offering both the reactivity of an alcohol and the stability of a dichlorinated benzene ring, making it a key building block for more complex molecules. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to synthesize advanced compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antimicrobial and antifungal agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Preservative Formulation: Used as an active ingredient or a starting material in the production of industrial and cosmetic preservatives.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in research and production to introduce the 2,4-dichlorobenzyl moiety into target molecules for material science and fine chemical applications.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to create functional monomers or additives that impart specific properties to polymer chains.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	1777-82-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	177.03 g/mol
Synonyms	(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)methanol; 2,4-DCBA; Benzyl alcohol, 2,4-dichloro-; α-Hydroxy-2,4-dichlorotoluene; 2,4-Dichlorobenzenemethanol; NSC 403697
EINECS	217-210-5

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dichlorobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, related substances, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and other relevant regulatory frameworks for industrial and pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	58°C - 62°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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