Description

Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorobenzoylformate is a versatile and high-purity organic ester building block. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of advanced chemical products. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the preparation of dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds requiring dichlorobenzoyl functionality.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as an acylating agent or ester component in various organic transformations and coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorobenzoylformate
CAS No.	34966-51-3
Molecular Formula	C10H8Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	247.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,4-Dichloro-α-oxobenzeneacetate; Ethyl (2,4-Dichlorophenyl)(oxo)acetate; 2,4-Dichlorobenzoylformic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Oxo-2,4-dichlorobenzeneacetate; Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorobenzoylformate; Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorophenylglyoxylate; Benzeneacetic acid, 2,4-dichloro-α-oxo-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorobenzoylformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly closed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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