Description

1,1-Dichloro-2-Ethoxycyclopropane is a specialized halogenated cyclopropane derivative, serving as a versatile and reactive synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both chlorine atoms and an ethoxy group on a strained three-membered ring, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular frameworks. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for advanced synthesis and method development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring cyclopropane ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where the cyclopropane moiety can confer specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for ring-opening reactions, cross-coupling, and as a precursor to other functionalized cyclopropanes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the development of specialty polymers with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes to study enzyme mechanisms or biological pathways involving electrophilic intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1-Dichloro-2-Ethoxycyclopropane
CAS No.	7363-99-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2O
Molecular Weight	155.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethoxy-1,1-dichlorocyclopropane; 1,1-Dichloro-2-ethoxycyclopropane; Cyclopropane, 1,1-dichloro-2-ethoxy-; Ethoxy dichlorocyclopropane; Dichloroethoxycyclopropane
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Quality Control

Our 1,1-Dichloro-2-Ethoxycyclopropane is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling by GC or HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density	~1.2 g/cm³

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