Description

trans-3-Chloroacrylic Acid is a versatile halogenated acrylic acid derivative with significant utility as a reactive chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring a chlorine atom and an acrylic acid moiety, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a functionalized acrylic acid backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the chloroacrylic group introduces specific biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty polymers with modified properties such as adhesion, weather resistance, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Michael additions, cyclization reactions, and other transformations to construct complex organic frameworks in research and development.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for method development and exploring new reaction pathways involving α,β-unsaturated carboxylic acids.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Potential precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials for display technologies and electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-3-Chloroacrylic Acid
CAS No.	2345-61-1
Molecular Formula	C3H3ClO2
Molecular Weight	106.51 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-Chloroacrylic Acid; trans-3-Chloro-2-propenoic Acid; (E)-3-Chloro-2-propenoic Acid; 3-Chloroacrylic Acid (trans); (E)-3-Chloroprop-2-enoic Acid; 3-Chloroacrylic Acid; β-Chloroacrylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our trans-3-Chloroacrylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by HPLC, identification (IR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, appropriate secondary containment is recommended. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	82 - 86 °C
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.