Description

2-Butanone, 3,4-Dichloro-3-Methyl- is a halogenated ketone derivative, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its reactive carbonyl and chloroalkyl functional groups. This compound matters for its role in facilitating complex organic syntheses, particularly in the construction of more advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile electrophile and precursor in various name reactions and multi-step synthetic routes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reaction methodologies and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Can be utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialized material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butanone, 3,4-Dichloro-3-Methyl-
CAS No.	89487-71-8
Molecular Formula	C5H8Cl2O
Molecular Weight	155.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dichloro-3-methylbutan-2-one; 3-Methyl-3,4-dichloro-2-butanone; 1,2-Dichloro-1-methyl-3-oxobutane; 3,4-Dichloro-3-methylbutanone; 3,4-Dichloro-3-methyl-2-butanone
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butanone, 3,4-Dichloro-3-Methyl- is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by GC/HPLC), identity (by IR/GC-MS), and impurity profiles are available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

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 and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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