Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorobenzoate
- CAS No.56882-52-1
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorobenzoate (CAS 56882-52-1), a key agrochemical intermediate used in the synthesis of Pyrifenox and other specialty compounds.
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Product Overview
Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorobenzoate is a high-purity aromatic ester widely employed as a critical building block in agrochemical synthesis. With a molecular formula of C9H8Cl2O2 and a molecular weight of 219.07 g/mol, this compound serves as an essential intermediate in the production of advanced crop protection agents, including the fungicide Pyrifenox (CAS 88283-41-4). Its well-defined reactivity and stability make it a preferred choice for industrial-scale organic transformations.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C9H8Cl2O2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 219.07 g/mol |
| Density | 1.305 g/cm³ |
| Boiling Point | 272.8°C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 111.8°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.537 |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
Industrial Applications
As a versatile synthetic intermediate, Ethyl 2,4-Dichlorobenzoate is primarily utilized in the agrochemical industry for the efficient construction of complex active ingredients. Its dichlorinated aromatic core enables selective electrophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions, facilitating streamlined routes to target molecules. The compound is not intended for direct use in end-user formulations but plays a pivotal role in multi-step manufacturing processes requiring high chemical fidelity and batch-to-batch consistency.
- Key precursor in the synthesis of Pyrifenox and related phenylpyridine derivatives
- Compatible with standard ester hydrolysis, amidation, and metal-catalyzed coupling protocols
- Supplied in industrial-grade purity suitable for GMP-aligned production environments
Stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials, this intermediate is typically packaged in 25 kg fiber drums or customized containers per client specifications.
