Description

2-Chloromaleylacetate is a versatile chlorinated organic acid derivative, primarily valued as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its reactive chlorinated maleate structure makes it a crucial building block for constructing complex molecules, offering chemists a handle for further functionalization. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and manufacturing facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and complex organic molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an electrophile or Michael acceptor in various organic reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and conjugate additions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloromaleylacetate
CAS No.	24759-04-4
Molecular Formula	C6H5ClO4
Molecular Weight	176.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloromaleylacetic Acid; 2-Chloro-3-carboxyacrylic Acid; 2-Chlorobutenedioic Acid Monoester; (2Z)-2-Chloro-3-hydroxy-3-oxoprop-2-enoic Acid; Chloromaleic Acid Monoester; Acetic Acid, (2-Chloro-1,2-ethenediyl)bis(oxy)bis-; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloromaleylacetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthesis and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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