Description

2-(1-Chloroethyl)-1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene is a specialized chlorinated aromatic compound, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a chloroethyl side chain on a mesitylene core, makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This chemical is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring complex aromatic architectures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its chlorinated aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials due to its rigid, substituted benzene ring.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile building block for the custom synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Chloroethyl)-1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene
CAS No.	51270-90-7
Molecular Formula	C11H15Cl
Molecular Weight	182.69 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-1-(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)ethane; 1-(1-Chloroethyl)-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene; α-Chloroethylmesitylene; (1-Chloroethyl)mesitylene; 2,4,6-Trimethyl-α-chloroethylbenzene; 1-Chloroethyl-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene; Mesityl-α-chloroethane
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our chemical intermediates. Production of 2-(1-Chloroethyl)-1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene is monitored through in-process checks and final batch analysis to ensure consistency and high purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. Our quality system supports compliance with cGMP and ISO standards where required for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture ingress and potential decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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