Description

Ethyl-2-Chloro-n-Butanoate is a versatile organic ester compound, primarily valued as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its reactive chloro and ester functional groups make it an essential intermediate for producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This high-purity intermediate is critical for research and development chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as a starting material for the production of specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic reactions, including alkylations and esterifications, within R&D laboratories.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial research for developing novel synthetic methodologies and compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl-2-Chloro-n-Butanoate
CAS No.	7425-45-8
Molecular Formula	C6H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	150.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Chlorobutanoate; 2-Chlorobutanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Chlorobutyrate; Butanoic acid, 2-chloro-, ethyl ester; NSC 88411; Ethyl 2-chlorobutyrate; α-Chlorobutyric Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	231-070-8

Quality Control

Our Ethyl-2-Chloro-n-Butanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific project requirements.

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, bases, and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.422 - 1.426
Density (20°C)	1.070 - 1.090 g/mL

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