Description

(Z)-1-Chloro-2-Ethoxyethene is a versatile halogenated vinyl ether intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an alkoxy and a chloro substituent on an olefin, makes it a valuable electrophilic building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as cycloaddition reactions and the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing heterocyclic cores and introducing functionalized ethene units.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactivity is leveraged to create novel molecular scaffolds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a specialized monomer or electrophile in the synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and advanced material precursors.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in methodological development and discovery chemistry for [2+2] and other cycloaddition reactions due to its activated double bond.
• Polymer Modification: Can act as a functional comonomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific reactive sites or chlorine functionality into polymer chains.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-1-Chloro-2-Ethoxyethene
CAS No.	23679-21-2
Molecular Formula	C4H7ClO
Molecular Weight	106.55 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-ethoxyethene (Z-isomer); (Z)-2-Chloro-1-ethoxyethylene; (Z)-β-Chlorovinyl ethyl ether; Ethyl (Z)-2-chlorovinyl ether; (Z)-1-Chloro-2-ethoxyethylene; 2-Chloro-1-ethoxyethene (cis-); cis-1-Chloro-2-ethoxyethene
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-1-Chloro-2-Ethoxyethene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, isomer content, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its reactivity and sensitivity, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and to minimize decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
(Z)-Isomer Content	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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