Description

1-Chloro-4-(1-Methylpropyl)Benzene is a versatile chlorinated aromatic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a chloro substituent and a sec-butyl chain, makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its lipophilic character is advantageous.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic aromatic substitution to introduce functionalized aromatic groups.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Can be used to introduce aromatic chlorinated moieties into polymer chains to alter physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-4-(1-Methylpropyl)Benzene
CAS No.	36383-14-9
Molecular Formula	C11H15Cl
Molecular Weight	182.69 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-1-sec-butylbenzene; p-Chloro-sec-butylbenzene; 1-Chloro-4-sec-butylbenzene; (2S)-1-Chloro-4-(1-methylpropyl)benzene; 4-sec-Butylchlorobenzene; p-(1-Methylpropyl)chlorobenzene; 36383-14-9; Benzene, 1-chloro-4-(1-methylpropyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-4-(1-Methylpropyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total
Density (20°C)	~1.01 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.525

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