Description

2-Ethylbutyric Acid Chloromethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester derivative used as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in introducing the chloromethyl functional group into target molecules, enabling further synthetic transformations. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and complex organic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in alkylation and esterification reactions in research and development laboratories.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethylbutyric Acid Chloromethyl Ester
CAS No.	40930-71-0
Molecular Formula	C7H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	164.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Chloromethyl 2-Ethylbutyrate; 2-Ethylbutanoic Acid Chloromethyl Ester; Chloromethyl 2-Ethylbutanoate; 2-Ethylbutyryl Chloromethyl Ester; (Chloromethoxy)carbonylpentane; α-Ethylbutyric Acid Chloromethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are available upon request. We adhere to strict in-house quality management protocols to guarantee the reliability of this chemical intermediate for your critical synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density	~1.05 g/cm³

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