Description

2-Chlorobutyric Acid is a versatile chlorinated carboxylic acid building block essential for organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. Industries such as fine chemical manufacturing, active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development, and crop protection research rely on its reactive chlorinated carbon chain for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, dyes, and flavors.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for introducing chlorinated functional groups into polymer chains.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various reactions, including esterification, amidation, and nucleophilic substitution, to introduce the 2-chlorobutyryl moiety.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chlorobutyric Acid
CAS No.	4170-24-5
Molecular Formula	C4H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	122.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chlorobutanoic Acid; α-Chlorobutyric Acid; (±)-2-Chlorobutyric Acid; DL-2-Chlorobutyric Acid; Butanoic acid, 2-chloro-; 2-Chloro-butanoic acid; NSC 60548
EINECS	224-023-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Chlorobutyric Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Due to its acidic nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed to prevent moisture ingress and corrosion.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.4430 - 1.4470
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.25 - 1.28

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