Description

Butyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Oxobutyrate is a versatile organic ester and a key synthetic intermediate in fine chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its reactive dichloro and oxo functional groups, which enable its use in constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a chlorinated butyrate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for molecular diversification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds where controlled chlorination is required.
• Research & Development: Employed in organic chemistry R&D labs for method development and as a starting material for novel compound libraries.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Oxobutyrate
CAS No.	88-01-7
Molecular Formula	C8H12Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	227.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-3-oxobutanoic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl 2,4-Dichloroacetoacetate; 3-Oxobutyric Acid, 2,4-Dichloro-, Butyl Ester; Acetoacetic Acid, 2,4-Dichloro-, Butyl Ester; Butyl Dichloroacetoacetate; n-Butyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-oxobutyrate
EINECS	201-785-5

Quality Control

Our Butyl 2,4-Dichloro-3-Oxobutyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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