Description

n-Chlorobetainyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive organic intermediate, primarily used as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both a chlorinated moiety and a reactive acid chloride group, facilitating the creation of amide bonds and functionalized betaine derivatives. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring chlorinated betaine structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive groups enable specific modes of action.
• Surfactant & Detergent Chemistry: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialized amphoteric (betaine) surfactants with enhanced stability or performance characteristics.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to functionalize polymers, introducing chlorinated side chains or reactive sites for further cross-linking or grafting.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Chemistry: Useful in research for labeling or modifying biomolecules due to its reactivity with amine groups.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocycles and other advanced organic structures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-Chlorobetainyl Chloride
CAS No.	53684-57-4
Molecular Formula	C5H9Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	186.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-N,N,N-trimethyl-2-oxoethanaminium Chloride; (Carboxymethyl)trimethylammonium Chloride Chloride; Chloroacetylcholine Chloride; Betainyl Chloride, N-Chloro Derivative; TMAC Chloride (specific form); N-Chlorobetaine Acid Chloride; N-Chloro-2-(trimethylammonio)acetyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our n-Chlorobetainyl Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in strong acid/organic solvent

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