Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 3-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-Methyl- is a specialized chlorinated acrylic acid derivative, identified by CAS NO 53598-05-3, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an acrylic acid backbone and a chlorinated aromatic ring, makes it a versatile building block for creating polymers and fine chemicals with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a chlorophenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a functional monomer for producing high-performance acrylic resins with potential UV-stability or specific adhesion properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the research and production of advanced electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in novel organic compound synthesis and material science.
• Coatings & Adhesives: Can be incorporated into formulations to modify the hardness, flexibility, or chemical resistance of final coatings and adhesive products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 3-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-Methyl-
CAS No.	53598-05-3
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	196.63 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-methylacrylic acid; 2-Methyl-3-(3-chlorophenyl)propenoic acid; 3-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-methyl-2-propenoic acid; (E)-3-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-methylacrylic acid; (Z)-3-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-methylacrylic acid; 3-(m-Chlorophenyl)-2-methylacrylic acid; m-Chloro-α-methylcinnamic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Propenoic Acid, 3-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-Methyl- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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