Description

3,3-Dichloropropionic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile chlorinated organic ester, a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a reactive intermediate, enabling the introduction of the dichloropropionate moiety into more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from active ingredient synthesis to polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a dichloropropionate functional group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its chlorinated structure provides key biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile reagent for nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions in fine chemical and academic research laboratories.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce reactive sites or modify the properties of polymers and resins.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dichloropropionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	817-77-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	156.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3,3-Dichloropropionate; 3,3-Dichloropropanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl β,β-Dichloropropionate; Dichloropropionic Acid Methyl Ester; Propanoic acid, 3,3-dichloro-, methyl ester; NSC 404058; Methyl Ester of 3,3-Dichloropropionic Acid
EINECS	212-451-5

Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dichloropropionic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.36 g/cm³
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.455 - 1.465

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