Description

m-Tolyl-Acetyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative. This compound serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis, enabling the efficient introduction of the m-tolylacetyl moiety. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and advanced intermediates. Its reactivity profile makes it essential for amide and ester bond formation under mild conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a meta-substituted phenylacetyl structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where specific aromatic side chains are needed for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for azo dyes and other complex colorants, contributing to chromophore development.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent for specialty polymers, including polyamides and polyesters, to alter material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of complex fragrance compounds, photoinitiators, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	m-Tolyl-Acetyl Chloride
CAS No.	13910-79-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO
Molecular Weight	168.62 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylphenylacetyl Chloride; m-Tolylacetic Acid Chloride; (3-Methylphenyl)acetyl Chloride; 2-(3-Methylphenyl)acetyl Chloride; 3-Methylbenzeneacetyl Chloride; meta-Tolylacetyl Chloride; m-Tolylacetyl Chloride; 13910-79-7
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Quality Control

Our m-Tolyl-Acetyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your project specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties as a strong acid/organic solvent, hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), and highly volatile nature, it must be kept away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials such as bases, alcohols, and oxidizing agents. Use appropriate corrosion-resistant storage equipment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.