Description

1,3-Dichloro-2-Ethylbenzene is a high-purity chlorinated aromatic compound valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its specific substitution pattern makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymers. This product is essential for R&D chemists and production facilities in the fine chemical and advanced material sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Used in the manufacture of high-performance resins and engineering plastics.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing complex organic colorants.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Raw material for electronic chemicals used in display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & R&D: Versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in laboratory and pilot-scale research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dichloro-2-Ethylbenzene
CAS No.	33407-02-2
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	175.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-1,3-dichlorobenzene; 1,3-Dichloro-2-ethylbenzene; 2-Ethyl-m-dichlorobenzene; m-Dichloroethylbenzene; 2-Ethyl-1,3-dichlorobenzol; Benzene, 1,3-dichloro-2-ethyl-; 1,3-Dichloro-2-ethyl-benzene
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dichloro-2-Ethylbenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency that meets the stringent requirements of fine chemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total
Density (20°C)	~1.25 g/cm³

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