Description

Butanoic Acid, 3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound, valued for its bifunctional reactivity as both an ester and an epoxide precursor. This chemical serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering versatility for industrial chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by producers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors for creating modified resins, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and specialty surfactants.

Application

• Polymer Modification: Acts as a reactive intermediate for the production of epoxy resins and other cross-linking agents.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Utilized as a key building block in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: Used to synthesize specialty surfactants for industrial and cosmetic formulations.
• Chemical Research & Development (R&D): Employed as a standard or novel reagent in organic chemistry research labs.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Incorporated to modify the properties of industrial adhesives and surface coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butanoic Acid, 3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl Ester
CAS No.	3478-20-4
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClO3
Molecular Weight	180.63 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyl butyrate; 1-Chloro-2-hydroxy-3-butoxypropane; Butanoic acid, (3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyl) ester; Glycidyl butyrate, chlorohydrin; 2,3-Epoxypropyl butyrate chlorohydrin; (3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyl) butanoate; Butyric acid, 3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyl ester
EINECS	222-463-8

Quality Control

Our Butanoic Acid, 3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl Ester is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, clarity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports compliance with REACH and other relevant global regulatory frameworks.

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 bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's potential sensitivity to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.20 g/mL

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