Description

2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Acetyl Chloride is a versatile bifunctional chemical intermediate, combining the reactivity of an acid chloride with an ether-linked chloroalkyl chain. This unique structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialized crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in constructing side chains or linker molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require chloroethoxy functional groups.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, including polyesters and polyethers with specific functional properties.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials for displays and organic electronics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for introducing the 2-(2-chloroethoxy)acetyl moiety into target molecules via acylation reactions.
• Surface Active Agent Production: Intermediate for manufacturing specialized surfactants and emulsifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Acetyl Chloride
CAS No.	39229-33-9
Molecular Formula	C4H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	157.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetyl chloride, 2-(2-chloroethoxy)-; 2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethanoyl chloride; 2-Chloroethyl 2-chloroacetate (common misnomer); Chloroethoxyacetyl chloride; NSC 163081; 2-(2-Chloroethoxy)acetic acid chloride; β-Chloroethoxyacetyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Chloroethoxy)Acetyl Chloride is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets your specific research or production requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including assay by titration and impurity profile by GC/HPLC, is available for each lot to guarantee consistent purity and performance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, strong bases, and alcohols. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for extended storage or after opening to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Reported on COA

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