Description

2-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride is a specialized benzoyl chloride derivative, a key reactive intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a methylbenzyl-protected phenolic group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a key monomer for creating specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance engineering plastics and resins.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	926025-99-2
Molecular Formula	C15H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	260.71 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Methylbenzyl)oxy]benzoyl chloride; 2-((4-Methylbenzyl)oxy)benzoyl chloride; o-[(p-Methylbenzyl)oxy]benzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-[(4-methylbenzyl)oxy]-; 4-Methylbenzyl 2-chlorocarbonylphenyl ether; PMB-protected Salicyloyl Chloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for high-purity intermediates. Comprehensive testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and reactivity as an acid chloride, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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