Description

Bis(Chloromethyl)Ether is a highly reactive chloromethylating agent and a key chemical intermediate in organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to introduce chloromethyl groups into various substrates, facilitating the production of more complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other critical drug precursors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for manufacturing certain herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer in the production of specialized ion-exchange resins and polymers.
• Organic Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in laboratory-scale organic synthesis for introducing the chloromethyl functional group.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the multistep synthesis of dyes, fragrances, and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Chloromethyl)Ether
CAS No.	542-88-1
Molecular Formula	C2H4Cl2O
Molecular Weight	114.96 g/mol
Synonyms	BCME; Dichlorodimethyl Ether; sym-Dichloromethyl Ether; Chloromethyl Ether; Bis-CME; Oxybis(chloromethane); Dichloro Dimethyl Ether; 1,1'-Oxybis(chloromethane)
EINECS	208-832-8

Quality Control

Our Bis(Chloromethyl)Ether is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and under appropriate conditions to prevent loss and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Impurities (GC)	≤ 1.0% (total)

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