Description

Benzoyl Chloride, 3-(1-Methylethoxy)- (9Ci) is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a benzoyl chloride core substituted with an isopropoxy group at the meta position. This compound is valued for its dual reactivity, offering both the electrophilic character of an acid chloride and the sterically hindered ether functionality, making it a versatile building block for synthesizing complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzoyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the isopropoxybenzene structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a grafting or coupling agent to introduce aromatic ester groups into polymer chains, modifying their properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Useful in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Heck couplings to create biaryl structures for various applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Chloride, 3-(1-Methylethoxy)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	214847-64-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	198.65 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isopropoxybenzoyl chloride; m-Isopropoxybenzoyl chloride; 3-(1-Methylethoxy)benzoyl chloride; 3-Isopropoxybenzoic acid chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 3-(1-methylethoxy)-; 3-(Propan-2-yloxy)benzoyl chloride; m-(Isopropyloxy)benzoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Chloride, 3-(1-Methylethoxy)- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulated synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent hydrolysis. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.15 g/cm³

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