Description

5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethoxybenzene is a versatile halogenated aromatic ether, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its chlorine and methoxy groups, which enable selective functionalization for building complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the chlorodimethoxybenzene scaffold is required.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored electronic or optical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for the production of complex dyes and organic pigments.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations and academic laboratories exploring novel organic reactions and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethoxybenzene
CAS No.	7051-16-3
Molecular Formula	C8H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	172.61 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-3,5-dimethoxybenzene; 3,5-Dimethoxychlorobenzene; 5-Chlororesorcinol dimethyl ether; Chlorodimethoxybenzene; 3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl chloride; 7051-16-3; NSC 406106
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-1,3-Dimethoxybenzene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific data are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 2-25°C. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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