Description

(3-Chloro-1-Methoxypropyl)Benzene is a versatile aromatic ether and organochlorine compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a chloro and a methoxypropyl substituent on the benzene ring, makes it a critical building block for constructing more complex molecules. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific aromatic ether linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its chlorinated aromatic structure is incorporated.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, altering properties like solubility, thermal stability, and reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and as a protected benzyl alcohol equivalent in multi-step syntheses.
• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for specialty fragrance and flavor applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(3-Chloro-1-Methoxypropyl)Benzene
CAS No.	4446-91-7
Molecular Formula	C10H13ClO
Molecular Weight	184.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3-methoxy-3-phenylpropane; 3-Chloro-1-methoxy-1-phenylpropane; 3-Chloro-1-phenyl-1-methoxypropane; (3-Chloro-1-methoxypropyl)benzene; 1-Methoxy-3-chloro-3-phenylpropane; Benzene, (3-chloro-1-methoxypropyl)-; γ-Chloro-β-methoxypropylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our (3-Chloro-1-Methoxypropyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles to meet your specific R&D or production requirements.

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 oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.515 - 1.525
Density (20°C)	1.08 - 1.12 g/mL

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