Description

1-Chloro-2,4-Dimethoxybenzene is a versatile chlorinated dimethoxybenzene derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to introduce specific substitution patterns into complex molecular architectures, enabling the synthesis of high-value fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic ether structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the chlorodimethoxybenzene moiety is a required structural component.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain high-performance dyes and organic pigments.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials and polymers due to its electron-donating methoxy groups.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-2,4-Dimethoxybenzene
CAS No.	7051-13-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	172.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethoxychlorobenzene; 2-Chloro-1,3-Dimethoxybenzene; 1-Chloro-2,4-Dimethoxy-Benzene; 2,4-Dimethoxy-1-Chlorobenzene; Chloro-2,4-Dimethoxybenzene; NSC 406109
EINECS	230-334-8

Quality Control

Every batch of 1-Chloro-2,4-Dimethoxybenzene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48°C - 52°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.