Description

4-(4-Methylphenoxy)Butyl Chloride, 98 is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its reactive chlorobutyl chain linked to a methylphenoxy aromatic system. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering a reliable point for further functionalization. It is needed by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring phenoxyalkylamine or ether-linked side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or precursor for creating specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials with specific mesogenic properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for nucleophilic substitution reactions, alkylations, and the preparation of more complex ether derivatives.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments, leveraging the aromatic system for color development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Methylphenoxy)Butyl Chloride, 98
CAS No.	71720-44-0
Molecular Formula	C11H15ClO
Molecular Weight	198.69 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-4-(4-methylphenoxy)butane; 4-(p-Tolyloxy)butyl chloride; 4-(4-Methylphenoxy)-1-chlorobutane; Butyl chloride, 4-(4-methylphenoxy)-; 4-Methylphenoxybutyl chloride; p-Methylphenoxybutyl chloride; (4-Methylphenoxy)butyl chloride; 4-(p-Cresyloxy)butyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Methylphenoxy)Butyl Chloride, 98 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the declared 98% minimum purity specification and is free from critical impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are available upon request.

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 2-8°C for long-term stability. The product is compatible with strong acid/organic solvent environments but should be handled with standard precautions for organochlorine compounds.

Specification

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