Description

2-[(2-Chlorophenyl)Amino]Acetic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring a chlorinated aniline moiety linked to an acetic acid group. This unique structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with chlorophenyl structural motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of complex specialty chemicals and performance materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Can be used to synthesize chelating agents or ligands for catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(2-Chlorophenyl)Amino]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	6961-49-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Chloroanilino)acetic Acid; N-(2-Chlorophenyl)glycine; 2-((2-Chlorophenyl)amino)acetic Acid; Glycine, N-(2-chlorophenyl)-; 2-Chlorophenylaminoacetic Acid; o-Chlorophenylaminoacetic Acid; NSC 403697
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(2-Chlorophenyl)Amino]Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthesis and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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