Description

Methyl 4-Chloro-3-Formylbenzoate is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring both an aldehyde and an ester functional group on a chlorinated aromatic ring. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a versatile and valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical research and manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a chlorinated benzaldehyde moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its conjugated system.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex dyes and functional pigments.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: An essential reagent for fine chemical and custom synthesis houses serving diverse R&D needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Chloro-3-Formylbenzoate
CAS No.	1044920-98-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7ClO3
Molecular Weight	198.60 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-3-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-chloro-3-formylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-3-formyl-, methyl ester; 3-Formyl-4-chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-formyl-4-chlorobenzoate; 4-Chloro-3-(methoxycarbonyl)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 4-Chloro-3-Formylbenzoate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening.

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%

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