Meta chloro anisole

Meta chloro anisole

3-Chloroanisole; m-Chloroanisole; 3-Chloro-1-methoxybenzene

CAS 621-40-1

Chemical Formula C7H7ClO

Molecular Weight 154.58 g/mol

Meta chloro anisole (MCA) is an aromatic organic compound featuring a chlorine atom and a methoxy group positioned meta to each other on the benzene ring. This arrangement gives MCA unique chemical reactivity, making it a sought-after intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Its structure supports diverse substitution and coupling reactions essential for building complex molecules.
 

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Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • API Synthesis: MCA is a vital building block in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients. Its chlorine substituent enables further chemical transformations, including coupling reactions, to develop targeted drug molecules.
  • Coupling Agent: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck), allowing the construction of diverse medicinal compounds.

2. Agrochemicals

  • Pesticide Intermediates: Used in synthesizing herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where selective substitution on the aromatic ring influences potency and environmental persistence.
  • Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in creating agrochemicals requiring specific functional groups for enhanced bioactivity.

3. Performance Chemicals 

  • Organic Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in producing dyes, pigments, and specialty materials, offering chemical versatility due to its methoxy and chloro substituents.
  • R&D Applications: Widely used in research labs for developing new chemical entities with customized properties.


 

Specifications

ASSAY ≥ 98.0%
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Aromatic, faintly sweet
Boiling Point 195–197 °C
Melting Point −20 °C
Density ~1.44 g/cm³
Solubility Slightly soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, and chloroform
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point ~80 °C (closed cup)

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FAQs

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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Meta chloro anisole?
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4. How can I ensure the quality of Meta chloro anisole supplied by Multichem?
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.