Description

2-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)Butanoyl Chloride is a specialized organic acid chloride derivative of 2,4-dichlorophenoxybutyric acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its high reactivity makes it an indispensable reagent for introducing the 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)butanoyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the creation of novel compounds with tailored properties. This intermediate is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for the synthesis of herbicides, plant growth regulators, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of phenoxy herbicide analogs and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as an acylating agent in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Chemical Research: Valuable building block in organic chemistry R&D for creating novel esters, amides, and other derivatives.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring the phenoxybutanoyl functional group.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)Butanoyl Chloride
CAS No.	854874-29-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉Cl₃O₂
Molecular Weight	267.54 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-D Butyryl Chloride; 2-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)butyryl Chloride; Butanoyl chloride, 2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-; 2,4-DB Acid Chloride; 4-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)butanoyl Chloride; (2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)butyric Acid Chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)Butanoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling by GC/HPLC, to meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, alcohols, and amines. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and under a fume hood.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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