Description

2-Phenyl-3-Oxoacrylic Acid Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive acyl chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the 2-phenyl-3-oxoacryloyl moiety, a key structural motif for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, enzyme inhibitors, and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a reactive intermediate for creating high-performance organic pigments and dyes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers with specific optical or thermal properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used to synthesize specialized ligands for metal complexes and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenyl-3-Oxoacrylic Acid Chloride
CAS No.	17118-70-6
Molecular Formula	C9H5ClO2
Molecular Weight	180.59 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-3-oxopropenoyl chloride; (E)-3-Oxo-2-phenylacryloyl chloride; 2-Phenylmalonyl chloride; Phenyloxomalonyl chloride; Benzoylformyl chloride; 3-Oxo-2-phenylpropenoyl chloride; α-Oxocinnamoyl chloride; 2-Phenyl-3-oxoacryloyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenyl-3-Oxoacrylic Acid Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 hygroscopic and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline solid or 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.