Description

[(Z)-3-Chloroprop-2-Enyl] Acetate is a versatile organic ester building block characterized by its reactive chloropropenyl and acetate functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a chloropropenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where it acts as a reactive linker or functional group carrier.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific chemical functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like adhesion or reactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways, including cycloadditions and nucleophilic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(Z)-3-Chloroprop-2-Enyl] Acetate
CAS No.	13042-00-7
Molecular Formula	C5H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	134.56 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Chloro-2-propen-1-yl acetate; (Z)-3-Chloroallyl acetate; cis-3-Chloroallyl acetate; 3-Chloro-2-propenyl acetate (cis-); Acetic acid (Z)-3-chloro-2-propenyl ester; 1-Acetoxy-3-chloro-2-propene (cis-); (Z)-1-Acetoxy-3-chloro-prop-2-ene
EINECS	235-915-8

Quality Control

Our production of [(Z)-3-Chloroprop-2-Enyl] Acetate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for prolonged storage to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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