Description

6-Chloro-1-(3-Methylphenyl)-1-Oxohexane is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a chlorinated alkyl chain linked to a substituted phenyl ketone moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex chemical entities, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated structure.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a starting material for creating advanced organic molecules with specific electronic or photonic properties for display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development, scale-up studies, and the construction of complex molecular frameworks.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals, given its ketone functional group and aromatic ring.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-1-(3-Methylphenyl)-1-Oxohexane
CAS No.	898785-26-7
Molecular Formula	C13H17ClO
Molecular Weight	224.73 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-1-(m-tolyl)hexan-1-one; 1-(3-Methylphenyl)-6-chloro-1-hexanone; m-Tolyl 6-chlorohexyl ketone; 6-Chlorohexyl m-tolyl ketone; 898785-26-7; 6-Chloro-1-(3-methylphenyl)hexan-1-one
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Chloro-1-(3-Methylphenyl)-1-Oxohexane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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