Description

2-[4-(Carboxymethoxy)-2-Chloro-Phenoxy]Acetic Acid is a specialized chlorinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients and high-performance agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups and chiral centers into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting inflammatory pathways or acting as enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenoxyacetic acid backbone.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating complex chelating ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal coordination chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce carboxylic acid functionality into polymer chains for enhanced solubility or reactivity.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for studying nucleophilic substitution reactions and ether cleavage processes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific chlorinated aromatic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[4-(Carboxymethoxy)-2-Chloro-Phenoxy]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	84794-72-9
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClO6
Molecular Weight	260.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4-(carboxymethoxy)phenoxyacetic Acid; [[4-(Carboxymethoxy)-2-chlorophenoxy]acetic Acid; Acetic Acid, 2-[4-(carboxymethoxy)-2-chlorophenoxy]-; 2-(4-Carboxymethoxy-2-chloro-phenoxy)-acetic Acid; (4-Carboxymethoxy-2-chloro-phenoxy)-acetic Acid; 2-Chloro-4-[(carboxymethyl)oxy]phenoxyacetic Acid; Glycine, N-[[4-(carboxymethoxy)-2-chlorophenoxy]acetyl]-; (2-Chloro-4-hydroxyphenoxy)diacetic Acid (related structure)
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Quality Control

Our 2-[4-(Carboxymethoxy)-2-Chloro-Phenoxy]Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical intermediate use and can provide material tailored to specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled in a manner that minimizes exposure to strong acids and organic solvents. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%
Chlorine Content	Theoretical ± 0.5%

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