Description

2-Cyclobuten-1-One, 4-Chloro-2,3-Diethyl- is a specialized, high-value organic intermediate featuring a reactive cyclobutenone core. This compound is significant for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex, strained-ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive ketone functionality.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in [4+2] cycloaddition (Diels-Alder) reactions and other ring-opening or functionalization transformations to create diverse heterocyclic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction pathways involving strained alkenes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Cyclobuten-1-One, 4-Chloro-2,3-Diethyl-
CAS No.	148962-09-8
Molecular Formula	C8H11ClO
Molecular Weight	158.62 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2,3-diethyl-2-cyclobuten-1-one; 4-Chloro-2,3-diethylcyclobut-2-en-1-one; 2-Cyclobuten-1-one, 4-chloro-2,3-diethyl-; Diethylchlorocyclobutenone
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyclobuten-1-One, 4-Chloro-2,3-Diethyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, 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 research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be conducted under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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