Description

2-Chloro-Phenyl-Oxo-Acetic Acid is a versatile aromatic keto acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive carbonyl and a carboxylic acid group, which enables its use in constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with arylacetic acid or α-keto acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic ring for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in reactions such as condensations, cyclizations, and as a starting material for heterocyclic compounds like oxazoles and imidazoles.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in methodological studies and catalyst development due to its well-defined reactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Functions in the synthesis of complex organic colorants where the chlorophenyl group contributes to color fastness and molecular stability.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: The oxo-acetic acid moiety can be modified to create novel ligands for metal catalysis or chelation applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-Phenyl-Oxo-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	26118-14-9
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClO3
Molecular Weight	184.57 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Chlorophenyl)oxoacetic Acid; 2-Chlorobenzoylformic Acid; α-Oxo-2-chlorobenzeneacetic Acid; 2-Chlorophenylglyoxylic Acid; 2-Chloromandelic Acid Ketone; o-Chlorophenylglyoxylic Acid; NSC 163081; 2-Chlorobenzoyl Formic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-Phenyl-Oxo-Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening 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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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