Description

4-Chlorobutyl Methyl Ether is a versatile chlorinated ether intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an ether linkage and a reactive chloromethyl group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in research, process development, and manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing functionalized alkyl chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific ether-linked side chains.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the synthesis of complex ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring novel organic reactions and pathways.
• Surface Modification Agent: Can be used to functionalize surfaces or nanoparticles via its reactive chloride group.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chlorobutyl Methyl Ether
CAS No.	17913-18-7
Molecular Formula	C5H11ClO
Molecular Weight	122.59 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-methoxybutane; 4-Methoxybutyl chloride; Methyl 4-chlorobutyl ether; 4-Chloro-1-methoxybutane; Butane, 1-chloro-4-methoxy-; Chloromethyl butyl ether (ambiguous); 4-Chlorobutyl methyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 4-Chlorobutyl Methyl Ether is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (20°C)	~1.00 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.425

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