Description

Chloro(2-Chloroethyl)Benzene is a versatile halogenated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring high-purity intermediates for research, development, and manufacturing will find this product essential for creating active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a chlorinated phenethyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its aromatic chlorine atoms provide stability and bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing halogenated aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce aromatic and chlorinated functionality into polymer chains.
• Dyestuff & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and molecular structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex molecular architectures via further functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloro(2-Chloroethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	54484-55-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	175.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-(2-chloroethyl)benzene; 2-Chloroethyl Phenyl Chloride; (2-Chloroethyl)benzene Chloride; β-Chloroethyl Chlorobenzene; 1-Chloro-2-(β-chloroethyl)benzene; Benzene, 1-chloro-2-(2-chloroethyl)-; α,β-Dichloroethylbenzene (isomeric mixture reference)
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Quality Control

Our Chloro(2-Chloroethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and meet stringent impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.20 g/cm³

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