Description

(Chloromethoxymethyl)Benzene is a versatile benzyl halide derivative and a key chemical building block in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a chloromethyl and a methoxymethyl group, makes it a valuable reagent for introducing protected functional groups and constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for constructing benzyl-protected amine or alcohol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive sites allow for the creation of diverse bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to modify the properties of polymers, coatings, and epoxy resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions and as a protecting group reagent in multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Utilized in the research and development of advanced electronic display materials and organic semiconductors.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a building block in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Chloromethoxymethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	35364-99-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClO
Molecular Weight	170.64 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(Chloromethyl)benzyl methyl ether; Benzyl chloromethyl ether; (Chloromethoxymethyl)benzene; 1-(Chloromethoxy)-1-phenylethane; Chloromethyl benzyl ether; Phenyl(chloromethoxy)methane; α-Chloro-α-methoxytoluene; (Chloromethoxymethyl)-benzene
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Quality Control

Our (Chloromethoxymethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.520 - 1.525
Density (20°C)	1.10 - 1.15 g/cm³

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