Description

2-Chloro-N-(4-methylphenyl)acetamide is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a chloroacetamide moiety linked to a para-substituted toluene ring. This molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex agrochemicals and pharmaceutical compounds. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical manufacturing sector.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized azo dyes and organic pigments where the acetamide group is integral to color development and stability.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for studying nucleophilic substitution reactions and amide bond formation.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Can be utilized to synthesize modifiers and stabilizers for specialty polymer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-N-(4-methylphenyl)acetamide
CAS No.	16634-82-5
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClNO
Molecular Weight	183.63 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-chloroacetamide; 2-Chloroacet-p-toluidide; p-Tolylchloroacetamide; 4'-Methyl-2-chloroacetanilide; 2-Chloro-N-p-tolylacetamide; Acetamide, 2-chloro-N-(4-methylphenyl)-; N-(p-Tolyl)-2-chloroacetamide; 2-Chloro-N-(4-tolyl)acetamide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-N-(4-methylphenyl)acetamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are 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 bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 146 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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