Description

1,1'-Biphenyl, 3-(Chloromethyl)- is a specialized biphenyl derivative featuring a reactive chloromethyl group on one of its aromatic rings. This compound matters as a versatile chemical building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core structure or side-chain modifier in the manufacture of electronic display materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions and other organic transformations to create more complex aromatic systems.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal and materials chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Biphenyl, 3-(Chloromethyl)-
CAS No.	38580-82-4
Molecular Formula	C13H11Cl
Molecular Weight	202.68 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl; 3-(Chloromethyl)-1,1'-biphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl, 3-(chloromethyl)-; m-(Chloromethyl)biphenyl; Biphenyl-3-ylmethyl chloride; (3-Biphenylyl)methyl chloride; 3-Biphenylmethyl chloride; NSC 163083
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Biphenyl, 3-(Chloromethyl)- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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 room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation from moisture and light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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