Description

2-Chloro-1-(4-Hydroxy-3,5-Dimethylphenyl)-1-Ethanone is a specialized aromatic ketone derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its reactive chloroacetyl and phenolic hydroxyl groups, enabling precise molecular construction for high-value target compounds. This product is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring a substituted phenolic ketone scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators used in polymer and coating technologies.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and nucleophilic substitution reactions.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for creating monomers or additives used in specialty polymers with specific optical or thermal properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-1-(4-Hydroxy-3,5-Dimethylphenyl)-1-Ethanone
CAS No.	40943-25-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	198.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethylphenyl)ethanone; 2-Chloro-4'-hydroxy-3',5'-dimethylacetophenone; 4'-Hydroxy-3',5'-dimethyl-2-chloroacetophenone; 1-(4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethylphenyl)-2-chloroethanone; 2-Chloro-1-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethylphenyl)ethan-1-one; 40943-25-7; Ethanone, 2-chloro-1-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethylphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Chloro-1-(4-Hydroxy-3,5-Dimethylphenyl)-1-Ethanone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.