Description

1-Chloro-2-Methoxyethylene is a versatile halogenated vinyl ether building block with significant synthetic utility. This compound matters as a key reagent for introducing functionalized ethenyl groups in complex organic synthesis, enabling the construction of advanced molecular architectures. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers rely on this high-purity intermediate for research, process development, and manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for cycloaddition reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a precursor for other functionalized olefins.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in developing new coatings, adhesives, and electronic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Can be used as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-2-Methoxyethylene
CAS No.	34844-03-6
Molecular Formula	C₃H₅ClO
Molecular Weight	92.52 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1-methoxyethylene; 1-Chloro-2-methoxyethene; Chloromethoxyethylene; Methoxyvinyl chloride; Vinyl chloromethyl ether; (Chloromethoxy)ethene; Ethene, 1-chloro-2-methoxy-; NSC 163049
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-2-Methoxyethylene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use and stored away from heat sources and open flames. Keep under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage is required.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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