Description

Methyl 2-Chloro-4-Ethoxybenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This specialty intermediate is valued for its precise molecular structure, enabling the development of complex molecules with specific functional properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoate ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex organic molecules and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Liquid Crystal & Material Science: Potential intermediate in the development of specialty chemicals for electronic materials and liquid crystal displays.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where specific aromatic substitution patterns are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Chloro-4-Ethoxybenzoate
CAS No.	1368274-55-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	214.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4-ethoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-chloro-4-ethoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-4-ethoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl (2-chloro-4-ethoxyphenyl)formate; 4-Ethoxy-2-chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Chloro-4-Ethoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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