Description

1-Chloro-3-Isopropoxy-Benzene is a versatile aromatic ether intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its unique structure, featuring both a chloro and an isopropoxy substituent on the benzene ring, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for research and development, as well as for the production of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a halogenated aromatic ether scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structural motifs contribute to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a versatile starting material for novel compound libraries.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments, contributing to color and stability properties.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Chloro-3-Isopropoxy-Benzene
CAS No.	51241-42-0
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClO
Molecular Weight	170.64 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chlorophenyl isopropyl ether; 1-Chloro-3-isopropoxybenzene; m-Chlorophenyl isopropyl ether; Isopropyl 3-chlorophenyl ether; 3-Isopropoxychlorobenzene; 3-Chloro-1-isopropoxybenzene; Benzene, 1-chloro-3-(1-methylethoxy)-
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-3-Isopropoxy-Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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