Description

Benzoyl Chloride, 2,3,4-Trimethyl- (7Ci,9Ci) is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a substituted benzoyl chloride core, with the CAS registry number 90918-98-2. This compound is valued for its high reactivity as an acylating agent, enabling the efficient synthesis of complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in advanced organic synthesis, agrochemical development, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile acylating agent for introducing the 2,3,4-trimethylbenzoyl moiety into target molecules.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the creation of specialized colorants and functional dyes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of monomers or as a modifying agent for specialty polymers.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Material Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of advanced electronic and display materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Chloride, 2,3,4-Trimethyl- (7Ci,9Ci)
CAS No.	90918-98-2
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO
Molecular Weight	182.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4-Trimethylbenzoyl chloride; 2,3,4-Trimethylbenzoic acid chloride; 2,3,4-TMBzCl; Benzoic acid, 2,3,4-trimethyl-, chloride; 2,3,4-Trimethylbenzoylchloride; 2,3,4-TMB-Cl; α,2,3,4-Tetramethylbenzoyl chloride (related); Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Chloride, 2,3,4-Trimethyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong acids/organic solvents; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent hydrolysis and maintain purity. Isolate from incompatible materials.

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.