Description

Ethyl 2-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)-2,2-Difluoroacetate is a high-purity, specialty fluorinated organic ester building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where the introduction of difluoroacetate and dichlorophenyl motifs is critical. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process scale-up teams working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals where the difluoroacetate group modifies physical and chemical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as an electrophile in nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce complex aryl-difluoroacetate structures.
• Fluorine Chemistry Studies: An important compound for academic and industrial research focused on the synthesis and reactivity of organofluorine molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)-2,2-Difluoroacetate
CAS No.	1199773-04-0
Molecular Formula	C10H8Cl2F2O2
Molecular Weight	265.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,2-Difluoro-2-(2,3-dichlorophenyl)acetate; 2,2-Difluoro-2-(2,3-dichlorophenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Acetic acid, 2-(2,3-dichlorophenyl)-2,2-difluoro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl α,α-Difluoro-2,3-dichlorophenylacetate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)-2,2-Difluoroacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 strong acids and organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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