Description

2-Chloroethcathinone (Hydrochloride) is a synthetic cathinone derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. This compound serves as a crucial pharmacological reference standard and a key intermediate for the synthesis of novel chemical entities. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, forensic science institutions, and specialized chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of analytical methods and controlled substance research.

Application

• Pharmacological Research: Acts as a reference standard in the study of cathinone derivatives and their effects on biological systems.
• Forensic Analysis: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification and quantification of novel psychoactive substances (NPS) in forensic toxicology.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key synthetic intermediate or precursor for the development of new chemical entities in specialized organic chemistry.
• Analytical Method Development: Employed in the validation and calibration of analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS for substance detection.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Used by regulatory bodies and testing laboratories to establish benchmarks for substance control and purity assessment.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloroethcathinone (Hydrochloride)
CAS No.	879660-23-8
Molecular Formula	C11H14ClNO • HCl
Molecular Weight	264.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloroethcathinone HCl; 1-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-(ethylamino)-1-propanone hydrochloride; 2-Chloroethcathinone hydrochloride; N-Ethyl-2-chlorocathinone hydrochloride; 2-Chloro-N-ethylcathinone HCl; α-Chloroethcathinone hydrochloride; 1-(2-Chlorophenyl)-2-(ethylamino)propan-1-one hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloroethcathinone (Hydrochloride) is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC purity analysis, identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, and residual solvent screening. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes to support your research and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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