Description

1,1-Dichloro-2-Methoxyethane CAS NO 34862-07-2 is a versatile chlorinated ether compound valued for its role as a key intermediate and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both alkoxy and dichloromethyl groups, makes it a valuable reagent for introducing specific functionalities into target molecules. This chemical is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular construction is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific ether or chlorinated alkane linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides as a reactive intermediate to create complex molecular architectures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as an alkylating agent or a precursor in various organic transformations, including Grignard reactions and nucleophilic substitutions.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a solvent for specific reactions where its polarity and chemical stability are advantageous, particularly in polymer and resin chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to modify polymers or as a monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dichloro-2-Methoxyethane
CAS No.	34862-07-2
Molecular Formula	C3H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	128.98 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dichloro-2-methoxyethane; Methoxymethyl Chloride (common name); Chloromethyl Methyl Ether (related analog); α,α-Dichloromethyl Methyl Ether; 2-Methoxy-1,1-dichloroethane; Dichloromethyl Methyl Ether; MOMCl (abbreviation for Methoxymethyl Chloride, a key derivative); Dichloroethyl Methyl Ether
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dichloro-2-Methoxyethane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients in regulated industries.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	1.18 - 1.22 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.420 - 1.430

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