Description

3-Chloromethyl-Phenol is a versatile halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive chloromethyl group and a phenolic hydroxyl, makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications such as linker synthesis, resin modification, and the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly in the development of antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its phenolic moiety can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and phenolic resins, enhancing material properties like thermal stability and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Linker & Spacer: Employed in bioconjugation chemistry and material science to create linkers between different functional molecules or surfaces.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloromethyl-Phenol
CAS No.	60760-06-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClO
Molecular Weight	142.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Chloromethyl)phenol; m-(Chloromethyl)phenol; 3-Hydroxybenzyl chloride; (3-Hydroxyphenyl)methyl chloride; m-Hydroxybenzyl chloride; Phenol, 3-(chloromethyl)-; 1-Chloromethyl-3-hydroxybenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloromethyl-Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification (IR, NMR), purity assay (HPLC, GC), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
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.