Description

4-[(3,4-Dichlorobenzyl)Oxy]-3-Ethoxybenzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, specialized benzoyl chloride derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block in the development of complex organic molecules, offering a reactive acid chloride group for efficient amide or ester bond formation. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemical intermediates. Its specific substitution pattern makes it valuable for creating compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of specialty polymers or liquid crystals with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function or cellular pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Sourced by CDMOs for client-specific, multi-step synthetic routes requiring high-purity intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[(3,4-Dichlorobenzyl)Oxy]-3-Ethoxybenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	1160251-29-5
Molecular Formula	C16H13Cl3O3
Molecular Weight	359.63 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethoxy-4-[(3,4-dichlorobenzyl)oxy]benzoyl chloride; 4-(3,4-Dichlorobenzyloxy)-3-ethoxybenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 4-[(3,4-dichlorobenzyl)oxy]-3-ethoxy-; 1160251-29-5
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch is characterized to confirm identity and purity, with strict control over moisture and related substances. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing the results of tests such as assay, impurity profile, and water content are available upon request. We adhere to cGMP principles for the manufacture of intermediates intended for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept 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%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.