Description

2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Propanoyl Chloride is a specialized organic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its high reactivity, enabling efficient acylation reactions to introduce the 2-(4-methoxyphenoxy)propanoyl moiety into target molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxypropionamide or ester backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides and plant growth regulators where the methoxyphenoxy group is a functional component.
• Peptide & Protein Chemistry: Employed as an acylating agent for modifying amino groups or for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral for manufacturing dyes, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals requiring precise acylation steps.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Propanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	111479-09-5
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	214.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)propionyl chloride; α-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)propionyl chloride; 4-Methoxyphenoxypropionyl chloride; 2-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)propanoic acid chloride; Propanoyl chloride, 2-(4-methoxyphenoxy)-; 2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)propanoic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Propanoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow 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.