Description

1-[(Chloromethoxy)Methyl]-4-Methoxybenzene is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a reactive chloromethyl ether group attached to a methoxybenzene core. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing functionalized benzyl ether moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce reactive sites or functional groups into polymer chains for specialty material applications.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex ether and acetal linkages.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of advanced colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[(Chloromethoxy)Methyl]-4-Methoxybenzene
CAS No.	88023-78-3
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	186.63 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxybenzyl Chloromethyl Ether; 1-(Chloromethoxymethyl)-4-methoxybenzene; p-Methoxybenzyl Chloromethyl Ether; (4-Methoxyphenyl)methyl chloromethyl ether; Chloromethyl 4-methoxybenzyl ether; Benzene, 1-[(chloromethoxy)methyl]-4-methoxy-
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-[(Chloromethoxy)Methyl]-4-Methoxybenzene adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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