Description

Chlorodimethoxyborane CAS NO 868-81-5 is a versatile organoboron reagent characterized by its reactive boron-chlorine bond. This compound is a critical intermediate in organic synthesis, enabling precise boron-carbon bond formation and serving as a key precursor for other boron-containing molecules. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity boron reagents for complex chemical transformations.

Application

• Suzuki-Miyaura Cross-Coupling Reactions: As a boron precursor for generating arylboronic esters, a cornerstone in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.
• Hydroboration Reactions: Used to synthesize functionalized organoboranes from alkenes and alkynes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of boron-containing polymers and resins with specialized properties.
• Electrolyte Additives: Investigated for use in lithium-ion battery electrolytes to improve stability and performance at the electrode interface.
• Catalyst and Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel boron-based catalysts and supporting ligands in asymmetric synthesis.
• Surface Modification: Employed to introduce boron functional groups onto material surfaces for enhanced adhesion or chemical resistance.
• Flame Retardancy: Incorporated into materials to impart flame-retardant characteristics.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and boron chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chlorodimethoxyborane
CAS No.	868-81-5
Molecular Formula	C2H6BClO2
Molecular Weight	108.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethoxyboron Chloride; Chloroboronic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl Chloroboronate; B-Chloro-B,B-dimethoxyborane; (Dimethoxy)chloroborane; Methoxyboron Dichloride Dimer (related); BCl(OCH3)2; Chlorodimethylboronate
EINECS	212-787-8

Quality Control

Our Chlorodimethoxyborane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling by GC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to specification.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (by GC Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.1 g/cm³
Boiling Point	~110-115°C

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