Description

3-(4'-Methoxyphenyl)Propyl Chloride is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a reactive chloroalkyl chain attached to a methoxy-substituted aromatic ring. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, enabling the introduction of the 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propyl moiety. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing target compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a phenoxypropylamine or similar structural motif.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Perfume & Fragrance Chemistry: Employed in the creation of aroma chemicals and fragrance ingredients due to its methoxyphenyl backbone.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific properties into polymer chains.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for nucleophilic substitution reactions and carbon-chain elongation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4'-Methoxyphenyl)Propyl Chloride
CAS No.	59623-12-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13ClO
Molecular Weight	184.66 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propane; 3-(p-Methoxyphenyl)propyl Chloride; (4-Methoxyphenyl)propyl Chloride; γ-(p-Methoxyphenyl)propyl Chloride; 3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-chloropropane; 4-Methoxybenzenepropyl Chloride; 3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)propyl Chloride; p-Methoxyphenylpropyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Our 3-(4'-Methoxyphenyl)Propyl Chloride is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.10 g/cm³

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