Description

1-Chloro-2-(1-Chloroethyl)Benzene is a specialized chlorinated aromatic compound with the CAS registry number 20001-64-3. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for research and development, as well as process-scale manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel ligands and catalytic systems.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the development of advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-2-(1-Chloroethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	20001-64-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	175.05 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-(1-chloroethyl)benzene; 2-(1-Chloroethyl)chlorobenzene; 1-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)ethylbenzene; (1-Chloroethyl)benzene, 2-chloro-; Benzene, 1-chloro-2-(1-chloroethyl)-; o-(1-Chloroethyl)chlorobenzene; α-Chloro-o-chloroethylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-2-(1-Chloroethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

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)	≤ 2.0% total
Density (20°C)	~1.20 g/cm³

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