Description

1,1-Dichloro-2,3-Dimethylcyclopropane is a specialized chlorinated cyclopropane derivative, a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two chlorine atoms on a single carbon of the cyclopropane ring, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly for constructing strained-ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropane moiety can impart specific biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a versatile precursor for synthesizing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and functional materials that incorporate halogenated cyclic structures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cyclopropanation reactions and as an electrophile in nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functionalized cyclopropyl groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dichloro-2,3-Dimethylcyclopropane
CAS No.	53143-77-4
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	139.02 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dichloro-2,3-dimethylcyclopropane; 2,3-Dimethyl-1,1-dichlorocyclopropane; Dichlorodimethylcyclopropane; Cyclopropane, 1,1-dichloro-2,3-dimethyl-; 1,1-Dichloro-2,3-dimethyl-cyclopropane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dichloro-2,3-Dimethylcyclopropane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.15 g/mL

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