Description

2,4,6-Trichlorophenyl Acetoacetate is a specialized organic ester compound that serves as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its functional acetoacetate group, which is highly reactive and useful for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenyl acetoacetate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trichlorophenyl moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic reactions and creating novel chemical entities.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Trichlorophenyl Acetoacetate
CAS No.	59225-85-3
Molecular Formula	C10H7Cl3O3
Molecular Weight	289.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetoacetic Acid 2,4,6-Trichlorophenyl Ester; 3-Oxobutanoic Acid 2,4,6-Trichlorophenyl Ester; 2,4,6-Trichlorophenyl 3-Oxobutanoate; 2,4,6-Trichlorophenyl Acetoacetate Ester; Acetoacetoxy-2,4,6-Trichlorobenzene; 3-Oxobutyric Acid 2,4,6-Trichlorophenyl Ester; Phenyl Acetoacetate, 2,4,6-Trichloro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Trichlorophenyl Acetoacetate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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	≤ 20 ppm

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