Description

(+/-)-2-(3-Chlorophenoxy)Propionic Acid CAS NO 87860-36-4 is a versatile chiral phenoxypropionic acid derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced chemical products. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which serves as a crucial building block for creating compounds with targeted biological or material properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in creating molecules with specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging the phenoxypropionic acid backbone.
• Chemical Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed as a building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules, dyes, and specialty chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid and aromatic chlorine functionalities make it useful for creating novel ligands in asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-2-(3-Chlorophenoxy)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	87860-36-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO3
Molecular Weight	200.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Chlorophenoxy)propanoic Acid; DL-2-(3-Chlorophenoxy)propionic Acid; (±)-2-(3-Chlorophenoxy)propionic Acid; 3-Chlorophenoxypropionic Acid; m-Chlorophenoxypropionic Acid; 2-(m-Chlorophenoxy)propionic Acid; rac-2-(3-Chlorophenoxy)propanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (+/-)-2-(3-Chlorophenoxy)Propionic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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