Description

Ethyl 3-Chloropropionate is a versatile organic ester and a key chemical intermediate prized for its reactive chloropropyl group. This compound is essential for introducing the 3-chloropropionyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of a wide range of advanced materials and fine chemicals. It is a critical building block for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs containing β-amino acid or propionate ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives to impart specific chemical resistance or cross-linking properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: A valuable reagent for nucleophilic substitution reactions, enabling the alkylation of amines, alcohols, and carboxylic acids to create novel compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Utilized in the controlled synthesis of certain ester-based aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a standard reagent in laboratory-scale R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Chloropropionate
CAS No.	623-71-2
Molecular Formula	C5H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	136.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl β-Chloropropionate; β-Chloropropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Chloropropanoate; NSC 8865; Ethyl ester of 3-chloropropanoic acid; 3-Chloro-propionic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	210-807-8

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Chloropropionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the rigorous standards required for advanced synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.425 - 1.435
Density (20°C)	1.105 - 1.125 g/mL

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