Description

2-Chlorodiphenylmethane is a versatile chlorinated aromatic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to act as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials, enabling the introduction of the diphenylmethyl moiety. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with antihistaminic or central nervous system activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain herbicides and fungicides, where the chlorodiphenylmethyl group contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chlorodiphenylmethane
CAS No.	29921-41-3
Molecular Formula	C13H11Cl
Molecular Weight	202.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chlorodiphenylmethane; 1-Chloro-2-(phenylmethyl)benzene; o-Chlorobenzhydryl Chloride (common misnomer); (2-Chlorophenyl)phenylmethane; 2-Chloro-1,1-diphenylmethane; Benzhydryl chloride, 2-chloro-; α-Chloro-o-xylene (archaic); 2-Cl-DPM
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chlorodiphenylmethane is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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