Description

5-Chloro-2-[(4-Chlorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative with a benzyl ether linkage, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoresponsive polymers due to its conjugated aldehyde functionality.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical reagent for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Fundamental building block in exploratory chemistry for creating libraries of novel chemical entities in high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-[(4-Chlorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	590360-27-3
Molecular Formula	C14H10Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	281.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2-[(4-chlorophenyl)methoxy]benzaldehyde; 2-(4-Chlorobenzyloxy)-5-chlorobenzaldehyde; 5-Chloro-2-((4-chlorobenzyl)oxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 5-chloro-2-[(4-chlorophenyl)methoxy]-; 590360-27-3; 5-Chloro-2-(4-chlorobenzyloxy)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Chloro-2-[(4-Chlorobenzyl)Oxy]Benzaldehyde adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and scale-up applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and GC-MS for solvent residue analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage or after opening to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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