Description

2,4'-Dichloroacetophenone is a versatile chlorinated aromatic ketone that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its dual reactive sites, enabling its use in the construction of complex molecules for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This high-purity compound is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for active ingredient synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with chlorinated aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its reactive halogen and carbonyl groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for Friedel-Crafts acylation reactions and the preparation of heterocyclic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing certain chlorinated dyes and organic pigments.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Used in the development of specific chlorinated components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4'-Dichloroacetophenone
CAS No.	937-20-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	189.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)ethanone; 2',4'-Dichloroacetophenone; 2,4-Dichloroacetophenone; ω,2,4-Trichloroacetophenone; NSC 406679; Ethanone, 1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-; Acetophenone, 2',4'-dichloro-
EINECS	213-333-5

Quality Control

Our 2,4'-Dichloroacetophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	39°C - 43°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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