Description

Methoxymethyloxy Acetyl Chloride is a specialized acyl chloride derivative, a key reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the methoxymethyloxy acetyl moiety, a versatile protecting group and functional handle. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of complex molecules, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and novel agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as an acylating agent for the introduction of protecting groups or specific functional groups onto amino acids and peptides.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Serves as a key precursor in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialty chemicals, dyes, and advanced material precursors.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for creating polymers with specific functional properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methoxymethyloxy Acetyl Chloride
CAS No.	50918-09-7
Molecular Formula	C4H7ClO3
Molecular Weight	138.55 g/mol
Synonyms	MOM-Acetyl Chloride; (Methoxymethoxy)acetyl Chloride; Acetyl chloride, (methoxymethoxy)-; 2-(Methoxymethoxy)acetyl chloride; MOM-OAc-Cl; Glyoxylic acid methoxymethyl ester chloride; α-Methoxymethoxyacetyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methoxymethyloxy Acetyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong acids/organic solvents; ensure the container is kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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