Description

1,4-Bis(Chloromethoxymethyl)Benzene is a specialized aromatic compound featuring dual chloromethoxymethyl functional groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable high-purity chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring symmetrical aromatic linkers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Serves as a cross-linking agent or monomer precursor for specialty polymers, coatings, and epoxy resins.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Intermediate in the manufacture of organic electronic materials and display components.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Versatile reagent for introducing protected or reactive benzyl-type groups in complex organic molecule construction.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Bis(Chloromethoxymethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	56894-91-8
Molecular Formula	C10H12Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	235.11 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Xylylene Bis(Chloromethyl Ether); 1,4-Bis(chloromethoxymethyl)benzene; α,α'-Bis(chloromethoxy)-p-xylene; p-Bis(chloromethoxymethyl)benzene; Benzene, 1,4-bis(chloromethoxymethyl)-; Dichloro-p-xylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether; Bis(chloromethyl) Ether of p-Xylene Glycol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Bis(Chloromethoxymethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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