Description

Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Chloro-3-Methoxy- (9Ci) is a specialized benzoyl chloride derivative characterized by its chloro and methoxy substituents. This compound serves as a versatile and high-value chemical intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing advanced chemical scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a substituted benzoyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where its specific substitution pattern imparts desired biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for creating specialized azo dyes and organic pigments with specific color fastness and properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent for engineering plastics and high-performance polymers.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Chloro-3-Methoxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	86269-98-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	205.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoyl chloride; 3-Methoxy-2-chlorobenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-chloro-3-methoxy-; o-Chloro-m-methoxybenzoyl chloride; 2-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid chloride; (2-Chloro-3-methoxyphenyl)carbonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Chloride, 2-Chloro-3-Methoxy- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for use as a fine chemical intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

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, amines, and alcohols. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, as the compound is sensitive to moisture and hydrolysis. Keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for optimal preservation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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