Description

(1-Chloro-3-Methoxypropyl)Benzene is a versatile aromatic ether and organochlorine compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive benzyl chloride moiety and a methoxypropyl chain, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring specific ether-linked side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic and alkoxy components are incorporated into the final molecule.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and coatings to modify flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functionalized phenyl groups.
• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance and flavor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Chloro-3-Methoxypropyl)Benzene
CAS No.	55955-55-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13ClO
Molecular Weight	184.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3-methoxy-1-phenylpropane; 3-Methoxy-1-chloro-1-phenylpropane; (3-Methoxypropyl)(phenyl)chloromethane; Benzene, (1-chloro-3-methoxypropyl)-; 1-Phenyl-1-chloro-3-methoxypropane; ω-Chloro-β-methoxypropylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our (1-Chloro-3-Methoxypropyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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