Description

p-Chloropropylbenzene is a versatile chlorinated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive chloropropyl side chain, which serves as a key building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and the production of liquid crystal materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chloropropylbenzene moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its structure acts as a core building block.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as an intermediate in the production of compounds for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) due to its rigid aromatic core and modifiable side chain.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, alkylation processes, and as a starting material for synthesizing more complex fine chemicals and ligands.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Can be utilized to introduce aromatic and chlorinated functionalities into polymers to alter physical properties like thermal stability or refractive index.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for chemical R&D in academic and industrial laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Chloropropylbenzene
CAS No.	52944-34-0
Molecular Formula	C9H11Cl
Molecular Weight	154.64 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-propylbenzene; 4-Chloropropylbenzene; 4-Propylchlorobenzene; p-Propylchlorobenzene; (4-Chlorophenyl)propane; 1-Chloro-4-n-propylbenzene; 4-n-Propylchlorobenzene
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Quality Control

Our p-Chloropropylbenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5% Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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