Description

Benzenepropanoic Acid, 2,4-Dichloro-α-Hydroxy-, Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound with a defined molecular structure featuring dichloro and hydroxy substituents. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate or building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of more complex molecules. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical research and development teams and agrochemical manufacturers for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring a substituted phenylpropanoate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and novel compound library generation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, dyes, or functional materials where specific chlorinated aromatic esters are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenepropanoic Acid, 2,4-Dichloro-α-Hydroxy-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	875018-66-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	249.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,4-Dichloro-α-hydroxybenzene propanoate; 2,4-Dichloro-α-hydroxybenzenepropanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-3-hydroxypropanoate; 3-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-3-hydroxypropanoic Acid Methyl Ester; α-Hydroxy-2,4-dichlorobenzene propanoic Acid Methyl Ester; 875018-66-9; Methyl 3-Hydroxy-3-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)propionate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzenepropanoic Acid, 2,4-Dichloro-α-Hydroxy-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can provide material for research and commercial-scale projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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