Description

Chloro-Acetic Acid Phenethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound with significant utility in fine chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a phenethyl group and a chloroacetate moiety, makes it a valuable versatile building block for the production of more complex molecules. This intermediate is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance research and development sectors for constructing target compounds with specific biological or aromatic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Serves as a building block for synthesizing novel aromatic esters and other scent molecules in the perfumery industry.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex organic frameworks, including heterocycles and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Intermediate for Dyes: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloro-Acetic Acid Phenethyl Ester
CAS No.	7476-91-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	198.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenethyl Chloroacetate; 2-Phenylethyl Chloroacetate; Chloroacetic Acid 2-Phenylethyl Ester; β-Phenylethyl Chloroacetate; Benzeneethanol, chloroacetate; Chloroacetic Acid Phenethyl Ester; Phenylethyl Chloroacetate; (2-Phenylethyl) 2-chloroacetate
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Quality Control

Our Chloro-Acetic Acid Phenethyl Ester is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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