Description

2-Chloro-N-(3-Methylphenyl)Acetamide is a versatile halogenated acetamide derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an amide linkage and a reactive chloroacetyl group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for developing compounds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive site for structural modification.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex amides, heterocycles, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain azo dyes and specialty pigments, where the acetamide group contributes to color fastness and molecular stability.
• Chemical Research Reagent: Serves as a standard or starting material in method development and catalysis studies within organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-N-(3-Methylphenyl)Acetamide
CAS No.	32428-61-8
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClNO
Molecular Weight	183.64 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(3-Methylphenyl)-2-chloroacetamide; 2-Chloro-N-(m-tolyl)acetamide; m-Tolylchloroacetamide; 2-Chloroacet-m-toluidide; Acetamide, 2-chloro-N-(3-methylphenyl)-; 3-Methylphenylchloroacetamide; α-Chloro-m-acetotoluidide; N-(m-Methylphenyl)chloroacetamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-N-(3-Methylphenyl)Acetamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting the results are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening 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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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