Description

Chloropropanal is a versatile halogenated aldehyde intermediate of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its reactive aldehyde and chlorine functional groups make it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as API synthesis and the development of novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other specialty chemicals.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in polymer chemistry for the modification and cross-linking of resins and polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in research laboratories for aldol condensations, nucleophilic substitutions, and other transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloropropanal
CAS No.	683-50-1
Molecular Formula	C3H5ClO
Molecular Weight	92.52 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloropropanal; 3-Chloropropionaldehyde; β-Chloropropionaldehyde; 3-Chloro-1-propanal; NSC 60548; 3-Chloropropanaldehyde; Propionaldehyde, 3-chloro-
EINECS	211-675-8

Quality Control

Our Chloropropanal is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

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 material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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