Description

2-Chloro-4-Formyl-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester (Wx622055) is a high-purity, versatile aromatic ester building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl and an ester group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with benzaldehyde or benzoic acid ester backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive chloro and formyl groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where specific aromatic esters are required.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable building block for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving diverse client projects.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions involving multi-functional aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Formyl-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester (Wx622055)
CAS No.	1373029-09-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClO3
Molecular Weight	212.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Chloro-4-formylbenzoate; 4-Formyl-2-chlorobenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Chloro-4-carboxybenzaldehyde Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-4-formyl-, ethyl ester; WX-622055; Wx622055; Ethyl 4-formyl-2-chlorobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Chloro-4-Formyl-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.