Description

2-Chloro-n-(2-Ethyl-6-Methylphenyl)-n-[(1S)-2-Methoxy-1-Methylethyl]Acetamide is a specialized chiral acetamide derivative, a key synthetic intermediate of significant commercial interest. Its precise stereochemistry and functional groups make it a valuable building block for the development of advanced chemical products. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a chiral building block for developing new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules requiring its specific acetamide and chloro-substituted phenyl framework.
• Process Development: Employed in scale-up and optimization studies for manufacturing routes of target specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-n-(2-Ethyl-6-Methylphenyl)-n-[(1S)-2-Methoxy-1-Methylethyl]Acetamide
CAS No.	178961-20-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂ClNO₂
Molecular Weight	283.80 g/mol
Synonyms	Metolachlor-M; (S)-Metolachlor; (S)-2-Chloro-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)-N-[(1S)-2-methoxy-1-methylethyl]acetamide; (S,S)-Metolachlor; (S)-Dual; S-Metolachlor (common name); (S)-2-Ethyl-6-methyl-1-N-(2-methoxy-1-methylethyl)chloroacetanilide; (S)-α-Chloro-2'-ethyl-6'-methyl-N-(1-methyl-2-methoxyethyl)acetanilide
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Chloro-n-(2-Ethyl-6-Methylphenyl)-n-[(1S)-2-Methoxy-1-Methylethyl]Acetamide adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC and GC to ensure high chemical and chiral purity, meeting the exacting standards required for fine chemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (S,S-isomer)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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