Description

n-Chloroacetanilide CAS NO 579-11-3 is a versatile halogenated aromatic amide derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive chloro-substituted aniline moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecules for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a halogenated aniline structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the chloroacetamide group is integral to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Buchwald-Hartwig amination, and as a substrate for further functionalization in research laboratories.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new reaction pathways involving amide and aryl chloride functionalities.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-Chloroacetanilide
CAS No.	579-11-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	169.61 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(4-Chlorophenyl)acetamide; 4'-Chloroacetanilide; p-Chloroacetanilide; 4-Chloroacetanilide; Acetamide, N-(4-chlorophenyl)-; N-Acetyl-4-chloroaniline; 1-Acetamido-4-chlorobenzene; NSC 7609
EINECS	209-445-8

Quality Control

Our n-Chloroacetanilide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use as a fine chemical intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	167°C - 172°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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