Description

2,3'-Dichloroacetophenone is a versatile chlorinated aromatic ketone of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable building block for advanced organic frameworks. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with chlorinated aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in Friedel-Crafts acylation and other reactions to introduce the dichloroacetophenone moiety into target molecules.
• Chemical Research: Valuable substrate in methodological studies and for creating libraries of compounds in medicinal chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3'-Dichloroacetophenone
CAS No.	21886-56-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	189.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)ethanone; 2',3-Dichloroacetophenone; 2,3-Dichloroacetophenone; 2,3-Dichlorophenyl methyl ketone; α,2,3-Trichloroacetophenone (incorrect but common alias); Ethanone, 1-(2,3-dichlorophenyl)-; NSC 406908
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3'-Dichloroacetophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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