Description

(2,5-Dichlorophenoxy)Acetyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive organochlorine intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a key acylating agent for introducing the (2,5-dichlorophenoxy)acetyl moiety, a functional group of significant interest in specialty chemistry. This compound is critically needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing potential drug candidates, particularly in herbicide and pharmaceutical research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators featuring the phenoxyacetic acid backbone.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile acylating agent in custom synthesis and the manufacture of specialty esters and amides.
• Research & Development: Essential reagent in organic chemistry labs for method development and creating novel chemical entities for biological screening.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized chlorinated aromatic compounds for the colorants industry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(2,5-Dichlorophenoxy)Acetyl Chloride
CAS No.	55502-51-7
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl3O2
Molecular Weight	239.48 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dichlorophenoxyacetyl chloride; (2,5-Dichlorophenoxy)acetic acid chloride; Acetyl chloride, (2,5-dichlorophenoxy)-; α-Chloro-2',5'-dichloroacetophenone (related form); 2,5-DCPA chloride
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Quality Control

Our (2,5-Dichlorophenoxy)Acetyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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, alcohols, and water. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. This material is moisture-sensitive and reacts vigorously with water; ensure containers are kept sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary.

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.