Description

2-Chloro-6-Methylanisole is a versatile halogenated anisole derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which allows for selective functionalization and incorporation into more complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a halogenated aromatic ether scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its chloromethyl anisole structure provides specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex dyes and organic pigments.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals, though purity requirements are exceptionally high for this application.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Chloro-6-Methylanisole
CAS No.	3438-15-1
Molecular Formula	C8H9ClO
Molecular Weight	156.61 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-methoxy-3-methylbenzene; 2-Chloro-6-methoxytoluene; 3-Methyl-2-chloroanisole; 2-Chloro-6-methylmethoxybenzene; 2-Chloro-6-methylphenyl methyl ether; o-Chloro-m-methylanisole; 2-Chloro-6-methylanisole (primary); 2-Chloro-6-methoxy-1-methylbenzene
EINECS	222-350-6

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Chloro-6-Methylanisole is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	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.