Description

Dichloro(Chloromethyl)Ethylbenzene is a specialized halogenated aromatic intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly as a key building block for introducing functionalized benzyl groups into target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a versatile building block for creating specialty chemicals, dyes, and pigments.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as an electrophilic reagent in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions.
• Laboratory Scale R&D: Essential for method development and exploratory synthesis in academic and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloro(Chloromethyl)Ethylbenzene
CAS No.	54965-69-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9Cl3
Molecular Weight	223.53 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-2,4-dichloroethylbenzene; 2,4-Dichloro-α-(chloromethyl)ethylbenzene; Ethylbenzene, 1-(chloromethyl)-2,4-dichloro-; (2,4-Dichlorophenyl)ethyl chloromethyl ether (related structure); α-(Chloromethyl)-2,4-dichloroethylbenzene; Dichloro(chloromethyl)ethyl benzene
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Quality Control

Every batch of Dichloro(Chloromethyl)Ethylbenzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container must be kept tightly sealed due to the compound's reactivity and sensitivity to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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