Description

3-Chlorohexahydro-3-Methyl-3H-Benzofuran-2-One is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique chlorinated benzofuranone structure makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for creating fused heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive chloro and carbonyl groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile precursor for synthesizing complex natural product analogs and other fine chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for developing novel polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chlorohexahydro-3-Methyl-3H-Benzofuran-2-One
CAS No.	94291-91-5
Molecular Formula	C9H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	188.65 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-3-methylhexahydrobenzofuran-2-one; 3-Methyl-3-chlorohexahydro-2-benzofuranone; 3-Chloro-3-methylperhydro-2-benzofuranone; 3-Chloro-3-methyl-2,3,3a,4,5,6,7,7a-octahydro-2-benzofuranone; 3-Chloro-3-methyloctahydro-2-benzofuranone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Chlorohexahydro-3-Methyl-3H-Benzofuran-2-One adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.