Description

3,3-Dichloro-2-Methoxytetrahydrofuran 98% is a high-purity, functionalized tetrahydrofuran derivative serving as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring reactive dichloro and methoxy substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of antiviral and antibacterial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides with specific modes of action.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a functional monomer for creating polymers with tailored properties for coatings, adhesives, or electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in heterocyclic chemistry to construct complex oxygen- and chlorine-containing ring systems for research purposes.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of novel chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a starting material for developing new organic electronic materials or liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dichloro-2-Methoxytetrahydrofuran 98%
CAS No.	128538-82-9
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	171.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-3,3-dichlorotetrahydrofuran; 3,3-Dichloro-2-methoxyoxolane; Tetrahydro-3,3-dichloro-2-methoxyfuran; 2-Methoxy-3,3-dichlorooxolane; 128538-82-9; 3,3-Dichloro-2-methoxy-tetrahydrofuran; Dichloromethoxytetrahydrofuran
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Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dichloro-2-Methoxytetrahydrofuran 98% is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the declared purity and specification. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture uptake and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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