Description

2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-Methylpropionic Acid CAS NO 69849-06-5 is a specialized organic acid derivative featuring a chlorinated phenyl group and a tertiary carboxylic acid structure. This compound serves as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in the synthesis of high-value active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Research & Development: Valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and novel compound library synthesis.
• Chiral Resolution Agent: Potential use in the separation of enantiomers due to its stereogenic center.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for creating polymers with specific aromatic and acid functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-Methylpropionic Acid
CAS No.	69849-06-5
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	198.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-methylpropanoic acid; α-(2-Chlorophenyl)-α-methylpropionic acid; 2-Methyl-2-(2-chlorophenyl)propionic acid; 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)isobutyric acid; o-Chloro-α-methylhydrocinnamic acid; (±)-2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-methylpropionic acid; NSC 403714; BRN 2043753
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-Methylpropionic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and 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
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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