2′,4′-Dichlorovalerophenone

Agrochemicals 2025-03-02

2′,4′-Dichlorovalerophenone

Chemical Name: 1-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-2-methyl-1-butanone
Synonyms: 2,4-Dichlorovalerophenone; 2-Methyl-1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-1-butanone
CAS Number: 14484-47-0
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₂Cl₂O
Molecular Weight: 231.12 g/mol


Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Specification
Appearance Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Characteristic aromatic
Boiling Point ~280°C (536°F) (estimated)
Density 1.20-1.25 g/cm³ (25°C)
Refractive Index 1.540-1.550 (20°C)
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents (ethanol, acetone)
Flash Point >110°C (230°F)

Hazard & Safety Information (GHS)

Warning Symbols:
⚠️ Acute Toxicity (Category 4)
⚠️ Skin/Eye Irritant (Category 2)

Hazard Codes:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed
• H315: Causes skin irritation
• H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Measures:
• P264: Wash hands after handling
• P280: Wear gloves/eye protection
• P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously


Chemical Behavior

• Reactivity:

  • Stable under normal conditions
  • May react with strong oxidizers
    • Stability:
  • Light-sensitive (store in amber glass)
  • Moisture-stable

Applications

✔ Pharmaceutical Intermediate:

  • Precursor in synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
    ✔ Organic Synthesis:
  • Building block for heterocyclic compounds

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