Description

Dichloromethyl n-Butyl Ether is a specialized halogenated ether compound with the CAS registry number 5312-73-2. It serves as a versatile reagent and intermediate in organic synthesis, valued for its reactivity as a chloromethylating agent. This chemical is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, for constructing complex molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a chloromethylating agent in various nucleophilic substitution and Friedel-Crafts alkylation reactions.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel compounds and methodologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloromethyl n-Butyl Ether
CAS No.	5312-73-2
Molecular Formula	C5H10Cl2O
Molecular Weight	157.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl Dichloromethyl Ether; n-Butyl Dichloromethyl Ether; 1-(Dichloromethoxy)butane; Dichloromethyl Butyl Ether; Butyl α,α-dichloromethyl ether; α,α-Dichlorobutyl methyl ether (ambiguous); BCHE; EINECS 226-149-5
EINECS	226-149-5

Quality Control

Our Dichloromethyl n-Butyl Ether is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability, though short-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.10 - 1.15 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.435 - 1.445
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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