Description

2,2-Dichloro-n-Hydroxy-Acetamidine is a specialized organic compound featuring a reactive amidine functional group flanked by chlorine atoms. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research and development teams and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing nitrogen-rich heterocycles like imidazoles and triazines.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive sites allow for the introduction of specific bioactive moieties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring precise chlorinated amidine structures.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical reactions and pathways.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate or reagent in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-nitrogen bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dichloro-n-Hydroxy-Acetamidine
CAS No.	73217-29-5
Molecular Formula	C2H4Cl2N2O
Molecular Weight	142.97 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Hydroxy-2,2-dichloroacetamidine; 2,2-Dichloroacetamidoxime; Acetamidine, 2,2-dichloro-N-hydroxy-; 2,2-Dichloro-N-hydroxyethanimidamide; Dichloroacetohydroxamic acid amidine; Glycine, 2,2-dichloro-, amidoxime; (Dichloroacetyl)amidoxime
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2-Dichloro-n-Hydroxy-Acetamidine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its reactive functional groups, it should be stored separately from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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