Description

3,4-Methylenedioxybenzyl Chloride is a versatile and reactive organic intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its benzyl chloride functionality, which serves as a key building block for constructing more complex molecules through nucleophilic substitution reactions. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzylamine or benzyl ether moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where it acts as a key linker or functional group introducer.
• Perfumery and Flavoring Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing certain aroma chemicals and fragrance compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in research for creating novel chelating ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce reactive sites or functional groups into polymer chains for specialty material applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A fundamental reagent for alkylation reactions and the preparation of benzyl-protected derivatives in multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3,4-Methylenedioxybenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	1938-32-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	170.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Piperonyl Chloride; 1-(Chloromethyl)-3,4-(methylenedioxy)benzene; 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)benzyl Chloride; 1,3-Benzodioxol-5-ylmethyl Chloride; 5-(Chloromethyl)-1,3-benzodioxole; NSC 406908
EINECS	217-710-4

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Methylenedioxybenzyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is sensitive to moisture and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for critical applications.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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