Description

2-(Biphenyl-4-Yloxy)-2-Methylpropanoyl Chloride is a specialized organic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its high reactivity, enabling the efficient introduction of the bulky 2-(biphenyl-4-yloxy)-2-methylpropanoyl moiety into target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and fine chemicals requiring this specific structural motif.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A precursor in the synthesis of organic electronic materials due to the biphenyl core's conjugation properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new organic reactions and compound libraries.
• Peptide & Protein Modification: Used to acylate amino groups, introducing hydrophobic labels or protecting groups in biochemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Biphenyl-4-Yloxy)-2-Methylpropanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	4878-10-8
Molecular Formula	C16H15ClO2
Molecular Weight	274.74 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Phenylphenoxy)-2-methylpropanoyl chloride; α-(Biphenyl-4-yloxy)isobutyryl chloride; 2-Methyl-2-(4-phenylphenoxy)propanoyl chloride; 2-(Biphenyl-4-yloxy)-2-methylpropionyl chloride; p-Phenylphenoxyisobutyryl chloride; 4-Biphenylyloxyisobutyryl chloride; Isobutyryl chloride, 2-(biphenyl-4-yloxy)-2-methyl-; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Biphenyl-4-Yloxy)-2-Methylpropanoyl Chloride is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, it should be kept away from moisture, strong bases, and oxidizing agents. Use appropriate corrosion-resistant storage materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.