Description

2-(Benzyloxy)Benzoyl Chloride is a versatile and reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the 2-(benzyloxy)benzoyl moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with high precision. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require a reliable and high-purity reagent for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the benzyl-protected phenolic structure is required.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Acts as a building block for creating complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers, including polyesters and polyamides with specific aromatic functionalities.
• Peptide & Protein Research: Useful as an acylating agent for modifying amino acids or protecting groups in peptide synthesis.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Benzyloxy)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	4349-62-6
Molecular Formula	C14H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	246.69 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Benzyloxy)benzoyl chloride; o-(Benzyloxy)benzoyl chloride; 2-Benzyloxybenzoyl chloride; Benzoic acid, 2-(phenylmethoxy)-, chloride; (2-Benzyloxy)benzoyl chloride; NSC 403119; 2-Phenoxybenzoyl chloride (common misnomer, verify context); Benzyl 2-chlorocarbonylphenyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Benzyloxy)Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current industry best practices, and each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of GMP and ISO standards where applicable, providing our global partners with the reliability needed for their critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and amines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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