Description

3-Chloropropionaldehyde Diethylacetal is a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate featuring a protected aldehyde functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. Industries such as agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty polymer production utilize this acetal for its ability to introduce chloropropyl units under controlled conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chloropropane moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for enhanced properties.
• Cross-linking Agent: Can be used in the preparation of resins and materials requiring specific cross-linked structures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various nucleophilic substitution and cyclization reactions in research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloropropionaldehyde Diethylacetal
CAS No.	35573-93-4
Molecular Formula	C7H15ClO2
Molecular Weight	166.65 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloropropanal Diethyl Acetal; 1-Chloro-3,3-diethoxypropane; Diethyl (3-Chloropropanal) Acetal; 3-Chloro-1,1-diethoxypropane; β-Chloropropionaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; NSC 88411; 3-Chloropropionaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; 3-Chloropropane-1,1-diol Diethyl Ether
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloropropionaldehyde Diethylacetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your project specifications.

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 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	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.420 - 1.425
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.020 - 1.050

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