Description

3,6-Dichloro-2-Fluorobenzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive aromatic acid chloride intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its bifunctional halogenated structure, which provides versatile reactivity for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and specialty fine chemicals who require a reliable and high-quality building block.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with fluorinated and chlorinated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents, where the fluorine and chlorine substituents enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a critical starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce halogenated benzoyl groups into polymer chains, modifying properties like thermal stability, flame retardancy, and solubility.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a versatile acylating agent in Friedel-Crafts acylation and other reactions to introduce the 3,6-dichloro-2-fluorobenzoyl moiety into target molecules.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex, halogenated dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3,6-Dichloro-2-Fluorobenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	916420-63-8
Molecular Formula	C7H2Cl3FO
Molecular Weight	227.45 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-3,6-dichlorobenzoyl chloride; 3,6-Dichloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid chloride; Benzoic acid, 3,6-dichloro-2-fluoro-, chloride; 916420-63-8; 3,6-Dichloro-2-fluorobenzoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 3,6-Dichloro-2-Fluorobenzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for sensitive synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent hydrolysis. Keep away from strong bases, alcohols, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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