Description

3-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)Cinnamaldehyde is a versatile and reactive bifunctional aromatic aldehyde, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both an aldehyde group and reactive chloromethyl and chloro substituents, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical scaffolds. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing fused heterocyclic systems like quinolines and isoquinolines.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites to introduce specific bioactive moieties.
• Organic Ligand & Chelator Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complexing agents and ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: The aldehyde and chloromethyl groups allow for incorporation into polymer backbones to modify properties like cross-linking density and thermal stability.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized organic colorants and photochromic materials.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create complex biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)Cinnamaldehyde
CAS No.	84682-30-4
Molecular Formula	C10H8Cl2O
Molecular Weight	215.08 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)cinnamaldehyde; 2-(Chloromethyl)-3-chlorocinnamaldehyde; (2E)-3-[3-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)phenyl]prop-2-enal; 3-Chloro-2-chloromethylcinnamaldehyde; Cinnamaldehyde, 3-chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-; (E)-3-(3-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)phenyl)acrylaldehyde; 84682-30-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)Cinnamaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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