Description

2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-One, 2-Chloro-3-Hydroxy- is a specialized organic compound with the CAS registry number 100949-20-0, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique functionalized tropone structure makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This high-purity intermediate is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex heterocyclic or fused-ring systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new active ingredients with potential herbicidal or pesticidal activity.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of advanced organic materials, including ligands for catalysis and organic electronic components.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, enabling new reaction pathways and the exploration of structure-activity relationships.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the custom synthesis of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances where its chlorinated tropone core is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-One, 2-Chloro-3-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	100949-20-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClO2
Molecular Weight	156.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-hydroxytropone; 3-Hydroxy-2-chlorotropone; 2-Chloro-3-hydroxy-2,4,6-cycloheptatrien-1-one; 2-Chloro-3-oxocyclohepta-1,4,6-trien-1-ol; Tropolone, 2-chloro-3-hydroxy-; 2-Chloro-3-hydroxytropolone
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,4,6-Cycloheptatrien-1-One, 2-Chloro-3-Hydroxy- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is fully characterized and undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to meet exacting customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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