Description

Dichloroacetyl Chloride is a highly reactive acyl chloride derivative, primarily valued as a versatile building block for introducing the dichloroacetyl functional group into target molecules. Its reactivity makes it a critical intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the life sciences and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional compounds.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in constructing complex molecular scaffolds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as an acylating agent in Friedel-Crafts and other reactions to produce ketones, amides, and esters.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialized polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and material science research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dichloroacetyl Chloride
CAS No.	79-36-7
Molecular Formula	C2HCl3O
Molecular Weight	147.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Dichloroacetic acid chloride; Dichloroacetyl chloride; DCAC; 2,2-Dichloroacetyl chloride; Dichloroethanoyl chloride; α,α-Dichloroacetyl chloride
EINECS	201-199-8

Quality Control

Our Dichloroacetyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and amines. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, it should be handled with appropriate precautions to avoid moisture ingress and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Dichloroacetic Acid	≤ 1.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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