Description

2-Chloro-2-Methylpropionaldehyde is a versatile chlorinated aldehyde intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. Its reactive carbonyl and chloro groups make it a valuable building block for the production of more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This compound is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for constructing specific molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a chlorinated, branched-chain aldehyde moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of specialty resins and polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories and pilot plants for various reactions, including nucleophilic substitution, reduction, and condensation reactions to create novel compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A crucial reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities in academic and industrial research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-2-Methylpropionaldehyde
CAS No.	917-93-1
Molecular Formula	C4H7ClO
Molecular Weight	106.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-2-methylpropanal; Chloropivalaldehyde; Pivalaldehyde Chloride; 2-Chloro-2-methylpropional; 2-Chloroisobutyraldehyde; α-Chloropivalaldehyde; NSC 60519; 2-Methyl-2-chloropropanal
EINECS	213-038-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-2-Methylpropionaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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