Description

3-Chlorophenetole is a versatile halogenated aromatic ether, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive chlorine and ethoxy groups, which enable precise functionalization for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a critical building block for active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with halogenated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its aromatic halogen for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials requiring specific ether-linked, halogenated aromatic structures.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination for C-C and C-N bond formation.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Chlorophenetole
CAS No.	2655-83-6
Molecular Formula	C8H9ClO
Molecular Weight	156.61 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3-ethoxybenzene; m-Chlorophenetole; 3-Ethoxychlorobenzene; 3-Chloro-1-ethoxybenzene; 3-Chlorophenyl ethyl ether; Ethyl 3-chlorophenyl ether; m-Ethoxychlorobenzene
EINECS	220-191-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Chlorophenetole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (20°C)	1.14 - 1.16 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.530 - 1.534

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