Description

4-Acetoxy-Benzoylchloride is a versatile and reactive organic intermediate, specifically an acyl chloride derivative with an acetoxy functional group. This compound is crucial for introducing the 4-acetoxybenzoyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of more complex chemical architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery, polymer modification, and fine chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a protected phenolic or benzoic acid derivative.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive chloride group facilitates coupling reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polyesters, polyamides, or liquid crystal polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Friedel-Crafts acylation, esterification, and amidation reactions to construct novel organic molecules.
• Crosslinking Agent: Potential use in the formulation of coatings, adhesives, and resins where it can act as a crosslinker for polymers containing hydroxyl or amine groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Acetoxy-Benzoylchloride
CAS No.	27914-73-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7ClO3
Molecular Weight	198.60 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Acetoxybenzoyl Chloride; p-Acetoxybenzoyl Chloride; 4-(Acetyloxy)benzoyl Chloride; Benzoic acid, 4-(acetyloxy)-, chloride; Acetic acid 4-(chlorocarbonyl)phenyl ester; 4-Carboxyphenyl acetate chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Acetoxy-Benzoylchloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production requirements.

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 under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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