Description

Butyl Dichloroacetate is a versatile organic ester compound valued for its role as a key chemical intermediate and reagent in advanced synthesis. Its significance lies in its ability to introduce the dichloroacetate functional group, which is crucial for modifying molecular properties and developing specialized compounds. This product is essential for research laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly those requiring the dichloroacetate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or ester component in various condensation and esterification reactions.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and developing novel organic molecules.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce chlorine-containing side chains into polymers to alter physical properties like flame retardancy or solubility.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Functions as a building block for creating complex esters used in specialty aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Dichloroacetate
CAS No.	29003-73-4
Molecular Formula	C6H10Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	185.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloroacetic Acid Butyl Ester; n-Butyl Dichloroacetate; Butyl 2,2-Dichloroacetate; Dichloroacetic Acid n-Butyl Ester; 2,2-Dichloroacetic Acid Butyl Ester; n-Butyl 2,2-Dichloroethanoate; Butyl α,α-Dichloroacetate
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Quality Control

Our Butyl Dichloroacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.19 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.442 - 1.452

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