Description

2-Cyclohepten-1-One, 2-Chloro-3-Methoxy- is a functionalized cyclic enone building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an α,β-unsaturated ketone and chloro-methoxy substituents, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon or scaffold in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly for complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced pesticide and herbicide candidates, leveraging its reactive sites for further functionalization.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, Michael additions, and other cyclization strategies to create novel carbocyclic and heterocyclic systems.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyclohepten-1-One, 2-Chloro-3-Methoxy-
CAS No.	259810-89-4
Molecular Formula	C8H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	174.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-methoxy-2-cyclohepten-1-one; 2-Chloro-3-methoxycyclohept-2-en-1-one; 3-Methoxy-2-chlorocyclohept-2-enone; 2-Chloro-3-methoxy-1-cyclohepten-1-one; 259810-89-4; 2-Cyclohepten-1-one, 2-chloro-3-methoxy-
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Quality Control

We supply 2-Cyclohepten-1-One, 2-Chloro-3-Methoxy- in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to strict internal quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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