Description

3-Chloro-4-[(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)Methoxy]-5-Ethoxy-Benzenemethanol is a high-purity, multi-substituted benzenemethanol derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its complex halogenated and alkoxylated structure makes it a valuable building block for constructing molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a core scaffold for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its substituted aromatic backbone.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials where its molecular structure can influence material properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for introducing specific chlorinated and alkoxylated phenyl groups into larger molecular architectures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry, catalysis, and structure-activity relationship (SAR) investigations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-[(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)Methoxy]-5-Ethoxy-Benzenemethanol
CAS No.	678158-52-6
Molecular Formula	C16H15Cl3O3
Molecular Weight	369.65 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethoxy-3-chloro-4-[(3,4-dichlorophenoxy)methyl]benzyl alcohol; Benzenemethanol, 3-chloro-4-[(3,4-dichlorophenyl)methoxy]-5-ethoxy-; 3-Chloro-4-((3,4-dichlorobenzyl)oxy)-5-ethoxybenzyl alcohol; (3-Chloro-4-[(3,4-dichlorophenyl)methoxy]-5-ethoxyphenyl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4-[(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)Methoxy]-5-Ethoxy-Benzenemethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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