Description

3-Chloro-2,2-Dichloromethyl Propionic Acid is a specialized chlorinated carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring multiple reactive chlorine sites, makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive halogen sites for constructing heterocyclic systems.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of compounds with specific halogenated motifs for enhanced bioactivity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, including flame-retardant resins and coatings with specific chemical resistance properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.
• Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2,2-Dichloromethyl Propionic Acid
CAS No.	17831-70-8
Molecular Formula	C4H5Cl3O2
Molecular Weight	191.44 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Bis(chloromethyl)-3-chloropropanoic Acid; 3-Chloro-2,2-bis(chloromethyl)propionic Acid; NSC 163063; 3-Chloro-2,2-bis(chloromethyl)propanoic Acid; Propanoic acid, 3-chloro-2,2-bis(chloromethyl)-; 2,2-Dichloromethyl-3-chloropropionic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-2,2-Dichloromethyl Propionic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency that meets the demanding requirements of advanced synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and technical compliance for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and are constructed of compatible, corrosion-resistant materials. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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