Description

3-Chloropropionamide is a versatile chlorinated amide compound with the CAS number 5875-24-1. It serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to introduce a reactive chloroethyl moiety into their molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing β-amino acid or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for introducing the 3-chloropropionyl group in nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Employed in the development of biochemical probes and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs).
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloropropionamide
CAS No.	5875-24-1
Molecular Formula	C3H6ClNO
Molecular Weight	107.54 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloropropanamide; β-Chloropropionamide; 3-Chloropropionic acid amide; NSC 402124; β-Chloropropanamide; 3-Chloro-1-propionamide; Propionamide, 3-chloro-
EINECS	227-527-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloropropionamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78°C - 82°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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