Description

2,3-Dichlorobutyric Acid is a versatile chlorinated carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering both an acid group and halogenated carbons for diverse chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chlorinated butyric acid backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dichloro moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules in research and development laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal complexes and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce chlorinated functional groups into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological studies and process chemistry optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dichlorobutyric Acid
CAS No.	600-32-8
Molecular Formula	C4H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	157.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dichlorobutanoic Acid; DL-2,3-Dichlorobutyric Acid; (±)-2,3-Dichlorobutyric Acid; Butyric acid, 2,3-dichloro-; NSC 403108; 2,3-Dichlorobuttersäure (German); Acide 2,3-dichlorobutyrique (French)
EINECS	209-990-7

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dichlorobutyric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential corrosion. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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