Description

β-(4-Chlorophenyl)Glutaric Anhydride is a high-purity, specialized organic anhydride building block. This compound is valued for its reactive anhydride moiety and the chlorophenyl substituent, which make it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, where the chlorophenyl group contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polyimides and polyesters with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: An important precursor in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal display (LCD) components.
• Peptide Mimetics & Bioconjugation: Utilized for introducing the glutaric acid moiety into peptide analogs or for creating bioconjugation linkers in drug delivery systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Diels-Alder reactions, ring-opening polymerizations, and as a precursor to diacids and diesters.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-(4-Chlorophenyl)Glutaric Anhydride
CAS No.	182955-12-0
Molecular Formula	C11H9ClO3
Molecular Weight	224.64 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chlorophenylglutaric Anhydride; 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)glutaric Anhydride; 2-(4-Chlorophenyl)pentanedioic Anhydride; 4-Chloro-β-phenylglutaric Anhydride; Glutaric Anhydride, 3-(4-chlorophenyl)-; β-(p-Chlorophenyl)glutaric Anhydride; 182955-12-0; 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)pentanedioic anhydride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of β-(4-Chlorophenyl)Glutaric Anhydride is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation by atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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