Description

(4-Chlorophenyl) 2-Chloropropanoate is a specialized organic ester compound, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its bifunctional chlorinated structure, which provides reactive sites for constructing more complex molecules with specific properties. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chlorophenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chlorinated aromatic structure is integral to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials for electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a protecting group in multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Chlorophenyl) 2-Chloropropanoate
CAS No.	6625-04-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	219.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloropropanoic Acid 4-Chlorophenyl Ester; 4-Chlorophenyl 2-Chloropropionate; p-Chlorophenyl α-Chloropropionate; 2-Chloro-1-(4-chlorophenoxy)-1-propanone; NSC 403107; α-Chloropropionic Acid p-Chlorophenyl Ester; Propanoic acid, 2-chloro-, 4-chlorophenyl ester
EINECS	229-579-9

Quality Control

Our (4-Chlorophenyl) 2-Chloropropanoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance with your internal quality 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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