Description

Benzene, 1-(1-Chloroethyl)-4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)- is a specialized aromatic compound featuring both chloroethyl and tert-butyl substituents, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced organic synthesis. This chemical matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and performance materials where precise substitution patterns are critical. Industries requiring high-purity synthetic intermediates, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty polymer production, are the primary users of this compound.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a tert-butylbenzene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the chloroethyl group can be further functionalized.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel monomers for high-performance polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for Friedel-Crafts alkylation studies and the introduction of sterically hindered groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: A critical intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of fragrances, dyes, and other value-added specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Benzene, 1-(1-Chloroethyl)-4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-
CAS No.	13372-41-3
Molecular Formula	C12H17Cl
Molecular Weight	196.72 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1-Chloroethyl)-4-tert-butylbenzene; 4-tert-Butyl-α-chloroethylbenzene; p-tert-Butyl(α-chloroethyl)benzene; (1-Chloroethyl)-4-tert-butylbenzene; 1-Chloro-1-(4-tert-butylphenyl)ethane; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1-(1-chloroethyl)benzene; α-Chloro-4-tert-butylphenylethane
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzene, 1-(1-Chloroethyl)-4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)- is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to meet the exacting standards of the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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