Description

Chloromethyl 4-Pentenyl Ether is a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate featuring an ether-linked chloromethyl group and a terminal alkene. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing molecular scaffolds and introducing functional handles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, leveraging both the reactive chloromethyl and alkene groups for sequential functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrances, flavors, and advanced organic compounds.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodology development and exploring new chemical transformations, such as cycloadditions or nucleophilic substitutions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands or modifying surfaces for catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloromethyl 4-Pentenyl Ether
CAS No.	98486-13-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11ClO
Molecular Weight	134.60 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentenyl chloromethyl ether; (4-Pentenyloxy)methyl chloride; 1-(Chloromethoxy)-4-pentene; Ether, chloromethyl 4-pentenyl; 4-Penten-1-ol, chloromethyl ether; Chloromethyl pent-4-enyl ether; Pent-4-enyl chloromethyl ether
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Quality Control

Our Chloromethyl 4-Pentenyl Ether is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile and light-sensitive nature, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong acids. Use under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage or handling is required to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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