Description

2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Propan-2-Ol is a versatile chlorinated aromatic alcohol intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a phenyl ring with a chlorine substituent and a tertiary alcohol group, makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with chlorinated aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the chlorophenyl moiety is a common structural feature.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific chlorinated aromatic alcohols.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Propan-2-Ol
CAS No.	3670-15-3
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClO
Molecular Weight	170.64 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-propanol; 1-(2-Chlorophenyl)ethan-1-ol (tautomer); α,α-Dimethyl-2-chlorobenzyl alcohol; 2-Chloro-α,α-dimethylbenzyl alcohol; o-Chloro-α,α-dimethylbenzyl alcohol; 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)isopropanol; (2-Chlorophenyl)dimethylcarbinol
EINECS	222-933-8

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)Propan-2-Ol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the precise requirements of your synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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