Description

Homoveratryl Chloride CAS NO 10313-60-7 is a versatile organic chemical intermediate characterized by its reactive benzyl chloride functional group. This compound is of significant commercial importance for its role in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing key molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitutions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in research to create novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Homoveratryl Chloride
CAS No.	10313-60-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	198.65 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-2-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)ethane; 3,4-Dimethoxyphenethyl chloride; 2-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)ethyl chloride; Homoveratrylamine hydrochloride precursor; 3,4-Dimethoxybenzeneethanamine hydrochloride related compound; β-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)ethyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our Homoveratryl Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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