Description

Phenyl 2-Chlorobenzoate is a specialized organic ester compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the production of complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection sectors for process development and scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzoate motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the chlorobenzoate structure is integral.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex esters, amides, and other derivatives through further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Precursor: Serves as a starting material in the synthesis of specialty monomers for advanced polymers and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Suzuki or Stille couplings, for creating biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenyl 2-Chlorobenzoate
CAS No.	41998-16-7
Molecular Formula	C13H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	232.66 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chlorobenzoic Acid Phenyl Ester; Phenyl o-Chlorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-, phenyl ester; o-Chlorobenzoic Acid Phenyl Ester; Phenyl 2-Chlorobenzenecarboxylate; 2-Chlorophenyl Benzoate (common misnomer); Phenyl ester of 2-chlorobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenyl 2-Chlorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality standards are designed to meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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