Description

1-(2-Chloro-3,6-Difluorophenyl)Ethanone is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic ketone building block, distinguished by its unique halogenated difluorophenyl structure. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, offering a reactive carbonyl site and halogen substituents for selective functionalization. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a core building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel monomers for high-performance polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: An essential starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Chloro-3,6-Difluorophenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	890934-10-8
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClF2O
Molecular Weight	190.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3,6-difluoroacetophenone; 2'-Chloro-3',6'-difluoroacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-2-chloro-3,6-difluorobenzene; Ethanone, 1-(2-chloro-3,6-difluorophenyl)-; 890934-10-8; 2-Chloro-3,6-difluorophenyl methyl ketone; α-Chloro-3,6-difluoroacetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Chloro-3,6-Difluorophenyl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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