Description

Dichloroketene is a highly reactive chlorinated ketene derivative, primarily utilized as a versatile synthetic building block in organic chemistry. Its unique electrophilic character makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecular frameworks, particularly in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to introduce dichlorocarbonyl functionality.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of β-lactam antibiotics and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with chlorinated motifs.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used in the production of specialized polymers, coatings, and functional materials requiring specific chlorine-based reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in [2+2] cycloadditions, Staudinger reactions, and as a dichloroacetylating agent for alkenes and alkynes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Critical reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and synthesizing novel chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloroketene
CAS No.	4591-28-0
Molecular Formula	C2Cl2O
Molecular Weight	110.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloroketene; Dichloroketene, dimer; Dichloroacetylketene; Carbonochloridic acid, dichloro-, anhydride; 2,2-Dichloroethenone; Dichloroketen; Ketene, dichloro-; RCRA waste number U097
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Quality Control

Our Dichloroketene is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive synthetic applications. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at recommended temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. Due to its highly volatile and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid / Low-temperature solid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC / HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (by GC Area %)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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