Description

Alpha,β-Dichloroisobutyric Acid Sodium Salt is a versatile organochlorine compound and a key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its reactive dichloro moiety, which serves as a strategic building block for constructing more complex molecules. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the introduction of a carboxylic acid salt or dichloroalkyl functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain-transfer agent in the production of specialized polymers and copolymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions to create novel organic compounds for research and development.
• Bioconjugation Reagent: Potential use in modifying biomolecules due to its reactive halogen groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alpha,β-Dichloroisobutyric Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	1899-36-1
Molecular Formula	C4H5Cl2NaO2
Molecular Weight	187.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2,3-Dichloro-2-methylpropanoate; Sodium 2,3-Dichloroisobutyrate; 2,3-Dichloro-2-methylpropionic Acid Sodium Salt; NSC 402124; 2-Methyl-2,3-dichloropropionic Acid Sodium Salt; Isobutyric acid, 2,3-dichloro-, sodium salt
EINECS	217-593-7

Quality Control

Our Alpha,β-Dichloroisobutyric Acid Sodium Salt is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results for assay, impurity profile, and other critical parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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