Description

2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Butanoyl Chloride is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a reactive acid chloride group and a bulky tert-butylphenoxy moiety. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, enabling the introduction of the phenoxybutanoyl functional group. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxybutyric acid derivative structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific aromatic ether linkage is integral to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as liquid crystalline polymers or coatings.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new organic reactions and developing novel synthetic methodologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Functions as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Butanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	679837-26-4
Molecular Formula	C14H19ClO2
Molecular Weight	254.75 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)butyryl chloride; 4-tert-Butylphenol 2-butanoate chloride; α-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)butyryl chloride; Butanoyl chloride, 2-(4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy)-; 2-(4-(tert-Butyl)phenoxy)butanoyl chloride; 2-(p-tert-Butylphenoxy)butyric acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Butanoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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