Description

1-Chloro-2-(1,2-Ethanediol)Benzene is a versatile chlorinated aromatic diol intermediate. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chlorinated phenyl ring with hydroxyl functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or intermediate for creating specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials due to its rigid aromatic core and reactive sites.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, etherification, and esterification to construct complex organic architectures in research and development.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments, leveraging the chlorobenzene moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-2-(1,2-Ethanediol)Benzene
CAS No.	59365-60-5
Molecular Formula	C8H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	172.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chlorophenylethane-1,2-diol; 1-Chloro-2-(1,2-dihydroxyethyl)benzene; 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)ethane-1,2-diol; o-Chlorophenylethylene glycol; (2-Chlorophenyl)ethanediol; 1,2-Ethanediol, 1-(2-chlorophenyl)-; 2-Chlorobenzeneethanol, dihydro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-2-(1,2-Ethanediol)Benzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) and purity determination by chromatographic techniques (HPLC, GC). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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