Description

Cyclohexyl 2-Chloroacetate is a versatile organic ester compound with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. This specialty chemical serves as a key intermediate for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, offering a reactive chloroacetyl group attached to a cyclohexyl moiety. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturing sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a cyclohexyl ester linkage.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the chloroacetate group acts as a reactive handle.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, fragrances, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Can be employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial research laboratories for esterification reactions and nucleophilic substitution processes.
• Chemical Derivatization: Acts as a derivatizing agent for analytical chemistry applications to enhance detection of specific compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexyl 2-Chloroacetate
CAS No.	6975-91-3
Molecular Formula	C8H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	176.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexyl chloroacetate; 2-Chloroacetic Acid Cyclohexyl Ester; Chloroacetic Acid Cyclohexyl Ester; Cyclohexyl α-chloroacetate; Cyclohexyl monochloroacetate; NSC 403697; Acetic acid, 2-chloro-, cyclohexyl ester
EINECS	230-200-8

Quality Control

Our Cyclohexyl 2-Chloroacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC, identity confirmation (IR), 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and prevent volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.120 - 1.140
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470

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