Description

4-Chloro-1-Morpholin-4-Yl-1-Butanone is a specialized organic building block featuring a reactive chloroacetyl group linked to a morpholine moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing morpholine or piperazine pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile reagent for introducing the N-(chloroacetyl)morpholine group into target molecules during exploratory chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of specialized ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the creation of functional polymers and advanced materials with specific surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-1-Morpholin-4-Yl-1-Butanone
CAS No.	69966-83-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	191.66 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-1-morpholinobutan-1-one; 1-Morpholino-4-chlorobutan-1-one; N-(3-Chloropropyl)morpholine-4-carboxamide; 4-Chloro-N-morpholinobutyramide; 4-Chlorobutyryl morpholine; γ-Chlorobutyryl morpholine; N-(γ-Chlorobutyryl)morpholine; 69966-83-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Chloro-1-Morpholin-4-Yl-1-Butanone is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5% Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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