Description

2-Chloro-n-(3-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Acetamide is a specialized organic intermediate of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industrial buyers and R&D chemists in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and advanced material science require this high-purity intermediate for its precise reactivity and structural features.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its chloroacetamide moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a versatile building block in academic and industrial labs for creating new chemical entities and exploring structure-activity relationships.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized dyes or pigments, where the phenolic hydroxy group can be further functionalized.
• Material Science: May be employed in the development of advanced polymers or functional materials requiring specific aromatic amide structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-n-(3-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Acetamide
CAS No.	245041-53-6
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	199.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-N-(3-hydroxy-4-methylphenyl)acetamide; N-(3-Hydroxy-4-methylphenyl)-2-chloroacetamide; 2-Chloroacetamide, N-(3-hydroxy-4-methylphenyl)-; Acetamide, 2-chloro-N-(3-hydroxy-4-methylphenyl)-; 245041-53-6; 3-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-chloroacetamilide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-n-(3-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-Phenyl)-Acetamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.