Description

4-Chloroheptanoyl Chloride is a versatile acid chloride intermediate characterized by its reactive carbonyl chloride group and a chloro-substituted alkyl chain. This compound is essential for introducing the 4-chloroheptanoyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of complex amides, esters, and ketones. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for building active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring a functionalized heptanoic acid backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the chloroalkyl chain contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Friedel-Crafts acylation, nucleophilic substitution, and other acyl transfer reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: A precursor for synthesizing organic compounds used in advanced materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Intermediate for creating complex esters that contribute to specific scent and flavor profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloroheptanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	111680-87-6
Molecular Formula	C7H12Cl2O
Molecular Weight	183.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptanoyl chloride, 4-chloro-; 4-Chloroheptanoic acid chloride; 4-Chloroheptanoyl chloride; 4-Chloroheptanoic chloride; 4-Chloro-heptanoyl chloride; 4-Chloro enanthoyl chloride; 4-Chloroheptanoylchloride; 4-Cl-Heptanoyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-Chloroheptanoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/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.