Description

1-Chloro-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)Ethane is a specialized organic intermediate featuring both a reactive chloroethyl group and a nitro-substituted aromatic ring. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical research and development. It is primarily sought after by professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel compounds, including potential active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a nitroaromatic or halogenated ethylbenzene scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the nitro and chloro functional groups can be modified to create new bioactive compounds.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for creating dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals that benefit from its distinct chemical reactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Provides a versatile starting material for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic pathways and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)Ethane
CAS No.	20264-95-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Nitrophenyl)ethyl chloride; 4-Nitrophenethyl chloride; (4-Nitrophenyl)ethyl chloride; 1-Chloro-2-(4-nitrophenyl)ethane; 2-Chloro-1-(4-nitrophenyl)ethane; p-Nitrophenethyl chloride; 4-Nitrobenzeneethanoyl chloride (common misnomer); β-Chloro-4-nitrostyrene (related structure)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)Ethane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.