Description

2-(Benzoyloxymethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is a specialized aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a benzoyl chloride and a benzyl ester group, makes it a versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to introduce specific functional groups and create novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring benzoyl-protected or ester-linked functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to form amide or ester bonds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, such as polyesters and polyamides, with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing complex organic dyes and pigments, where its aromatic structure contributes to color fastness and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, planar aromatic core and reactive sites.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Benzoyloxymethyl)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	58249-87-9
Molecular Formula	C15H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	274.70 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Benzoyloxymethyl)benzoyl chloride; 2-(Benzoyloxymethyl)benzoic acid chloride; o-(Benzoyloxymethyl)benzoyl chloride; 2-[(Benzoyloxy)methyl]benzoyl chloride; Benzoic acid, 2-[(benzoyloxy)methyl]-, chloride; (2-Carboxybenzyl) benzoate chloride; α-(Benzoyloxy)-o-toluoyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Benzoyloxymethyl)Benzoyl Chloride adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and Karl Fischer titration for moisture content. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and amines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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