Description

11-Chloro-1-Undecene is a versatile terminal chloro-olefin building block, characterized by its reactive chloromethyl and vinyl groups. This bifunctional nature makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing a wide range of specialty chemicals and advanced materials. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly for introducing long alkyl chains or as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for manufacturing pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific hydrophobic side chains.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, functionalized resins, and surface-modifying agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Sonogashira) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to create complex organic molecules.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Utilized as a precursor in the development of advanced electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Surfactant & Lubricant Additive Precursor: Functionalized to create novel surfactants, emulsifiers, and high-performance lubricant additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	11-Chloro-1-Undecene
CAS No.	872-17-3
Molecular Formula	C11H21Cl
Molecular Weight	188.74 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-10-undecene; 10-Undecen-1-yl chloride; Undec-10-en-1-yl chloride; ω-Chloro-1-undecene; 11-Chloroundec-1-ene; 1-Undecene, 11-chloro-; Chloroundecene
EINECS	212-822-9

Quality Control

Our 11-Chloro-1-Undecene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. The product is compatible with most organic solvents but should be handled in accordance with standard laboratory safety practices for halogenated compounds.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (at 20°C)	0.88 - 0.90 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.448 - 1.452
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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