Description

4-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzyl Chloride is a versatile benzyl chloride derivative, a key organic intermediate prized for its reactive benzylic chlorine atom. This compound is essential for introducing the 4-methoxy-3-methylbenzyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures, enabling the synthesis of advanced fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and production purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzyl group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its specific aromatic substitution pattern imparts desired biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Perfume & Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing certain aroma chemicals and fragrance compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, modifying properties like adhesion, solubility, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent in research laboratories for alkylation and nucleophilic substitution reactions to create novel organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzyl Chloride
CAS No.	60736-71-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClO
Molecular Weight	170.64 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)-4-methoxy-3-methylbenzene; 3-Methyl-4-methoxybenzyl chloride; 4-Methoxy-3-methylbenzyl chloride; (4-Methoxy-3-methylphenyl)methyl chloride; 3-Methyl-4-methoxybenzyl chloride; 4-Methoxy-m-tolyl chloride; 4-Methoxy-3-methylbenzylchloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, oxidizing agents, and strong acids. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.