4-Chlorobenzeneethanol
Linshang Chemical
HS Code |
327597 |
Chemical Formula | C8H9ClO |
Molecular Weight | 156.61 |
Appearance | Solid or liquid (depending on conditions) |
Odor | Typical organic compound odor |
Melting Point | Specific value would require more research |
Boiling Point | Specific value would require more research |
Solubility In Water | Low solubility |
Solubility In Organic Solvents | Soluble in many organic solvents |
Density | Specific value would require more research |
Flash Point | Specific value would require more research |
Stability | Stable under normal conditions |
Hazard Class | May be classified as an irritant |
As an accredited 4-Chlorobenzeneethanol factory, we enforce strict quality protocols—every batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistent efficacy and safety standards.
Packing | 500g of 4 - chlorobenzeneethanol packaged in a sealed, chemical - resistant bottle. |
Storage | 4 - chlorobenzeneethanol should be stored in a cool, dry, well - ventilated area, away from heat sources and open flames to prevent ignition. Keep it in a tightly - sealed container to avoid contact with air and moisture, which could potentially lead to degradation. Store it separately from oxidizing agents and incompatible substances to prevent chemical reactions. |
Shipping | 4 - Chlorobenzeneethanol should be shipped in accordance with regulations for hazardous chemicals. Use well - sealed containers, label clearly, and ensure proper handling during transit to prevent spills and potential environmental or safety risks. |
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First, in the field of pharmaceutical chemistry, 4-bromophenyl ether is an indispensable intermediate for the synthesis of many drugs. Through delicate chemical reactions, it can be skillfully converted into compounds with specific pharmacological activities. For example, in the complex synthesis path of some drugs with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, 4-bromophenyl ether is used as a key starting material. With its unique chemical structure, it lays a solid foundation for subsequent reactions, promoting the gradual construction of drug molecules and eventually exhibiting the desired therapeutic effect.
Second, in the field of materials science, this substance also plays a role that cannot be ignored. In the synthesis of special polymer materials, 4-bromophenylene ether can be introduced as a special functional monomer. When it participates in the polymerization reaction, it can endow polymer materials with unique properties, such as enhancing the stability of materials and improving their optical properties, so as to meet the strict requirements of different fields for special properties of materials, such as high-end fields such as electronic devices and optical instruments.
Third, in the manufacture of fine chemical products, 4-bromophenylene ether is also a commonly used raw material. It can be used as an important structural unit in the synthesis of many fine chemicals such as fragrances and dyes. By reacting with other organic compounds, it can precisely control the color, aroma and other key qualities of the product, so as to produce high-quality and unique fine chemical products, meeting the market's urgent demand for diverse and high-quality fine chemicals.
In summary, 4-bromophenylene ether, with its unique chemical properties, plays a pivotal role in many fields such as medicine, materials and fine chemicals, and contributes greatly to the vigorous development of related industries.
Deuterated ethanol, in view, it is a colorless and transparent liquid at room temperature and pressure, similar to ordinary ethanol in appearance, with fluidity and visual differences. Its density is about\ (0.895g/cm ³\), which is slightly heavier than ordinary ethanol. The hydrogen atom in its molecule is replaced by deuterium atom, and the mass of deuterium atom is greater than that of hydrogen atom, resulting in an increase in its density.
When it comes to solubility, deuterated ethanol is just like ordinary ethanol and is an excellent solvent. It can be miscible with water in any ratio. This is because ethanol molecules have hydroxyl groups and can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules. The molecular structure of deuterated ethanol is similar to that of ethanol and also contains hydroxyl groups, so it dissolves well with water. Not only that, but it also has good solubility in many organic solvents. Organic solvents such as ether, chloroform, and benzene can all dissolve with deuterated ethanol to form a uniform mixed system.
Furthermore, the boiling point of deuterated ethanol is about\ (78.5 ° C\), which is similar to the boiling point of ordinary ethanol. Due to the similar intermolecular forces between the two molecules, van der Waals force and hydrogen bond are the main ones, so the difference in boiling point is very small. Its melting point is about\ (-114.1\ ° C), and it will solidify into a solid state under a low temperature environment.
In addition, deuterated ethanol is volatile and will gradually evaporate into the air in an open environment at room temperature. Because of its volatility, it is necessary to pay attention to ventilation when using it, and because of its flammability, there is a risk of combustion and explosion in case of open flames and hot topics. Be careful when using and storing.
4-cyanopyridine has typical properties of nitrile groups. The nitrile group is a strong electron-absorbing group, which makes the electron cloud distribution of this compound unique. In nucleophilic substitution reactions, the nitrile group can be attacked by nucleophiles and then converted into other functional groups. For example, when reacted with water under basic conditions, the nitrile group can be hydrolyzed to carboxyl groups to produce 4-pyridinecarboxylic acid. This hydrolysis reaction proceeds in steps, first forming an amide intermediate, and then further hydrolyzing to carboxylic acids.
It can also undergo reduction reactions. With a suitable reducing agent, such as lithium aluminum hydride, the nitrile group can be reduced to an amino group to obtain 4-pyridylmethylamine. This reaction is very important in the preparation of nitrogen-containing compounds in organic synthesis.
The pyridine ring of 4-cyanopyridine also has characteristics. The pyridine ring is aromatic, the electron cloud is uniformly distributed, and the presence of nitrogen atoms changes the electron cloud density distribution on the ring. Pyridine rings can undergo electrophilic substitution reactions, but their activity is lower than that of benzene rings. Electrophilic reagents usually attack the β position (3-position or 5-position) of the pyridine ring, because the electron cloud density at this position is relatively high.
In transition metal-catalyzed reactions, 4-cyanopyridine can be used as a ligand to participate in the reaction. The nitrogen atom of its nitrile group can coordinate with the metal center, which affects the activity and selectivity of metal catalysts, and plays a key role in the construction of complex organic molecular structures.
In addition, the cyanyl group of 4-cyanopyridine can participate in cyclization reactions and interact with other functional groups in the molecule to form heterocyclic compounds with specific structures, providing a way for organic synthesis to create novel skeletons.
One is the method of nucleophilic substitution. Take an appropriate amount of 1-bromo-4-butanol, place it in a clean reaction vessel, add an appropriate amount of strong alkali, such as sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide, and mix it thoroughly. After that, slowly add ethanol dropwise. This process needs to be strictly controlled and maintained in a suitable temperature range, generally between 50 and 70 degrees Celsius. Due to the action of strong bases, the hydroxyl group of 1-bromo-4-butanol will remove protons and form alcohol negative ions. This negative ion has strong nucleophilicity and can attack the carbon atoms connected to the hydroxyl group of ethanol. The bromide ions leave, and then 4-bromobutyl ether is formed. After the reaction is completed, the pure product can be obtained by conventional separation and purification methods, such as distillation, extraction, etc.
The second is the Williamson synthesis method. Take 4-bromobutanol first and react with strong bases such as sodium metal or sodium hydride to convert its hydroxyl group into sodium alcohol. This process is carried out in an anhydrous environment to avoid side reactions. The obtained sodium alcohol is added to a reaction flask containing bromoethane and reacted at an appropriate temperature of about 40-60 degrees Celsius. The oxygen anion of sodium alcohol nucleophilically attacks the carbon atom of bromoethane, and the bromine ion leaves to obtain 4-bromobutyl ethyl ether. After the reaction is completed, it is washed with water, dried, distilled and other steps to achieve the purpose of purification.
There is also a synthesis method of halogenated hydrocarbons and alcohols under acid catalysis. 1-bromo-4-butane and ethanol are placed in a reaction kettle, an appropriate amount of concentrated sulfuric acid or p-toluenesulfonic acid catalyst is added, and the reaction is heated to 80-100 degrees Celsius. Acid catalysts can protonate the hydroxyl group of ethanol and enhance its electrophilicity. The carbon-bromine bond of 1-bromo-4-butane is attacked by nucleophilia, and 4-bromobutyl ether is formed through a series of reactions. After the reaction, high-purity products are obtained by neutralization, liquid separation, distillation and other operations.
One is related to the storage place. This chemical must be stored in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place, away from fire and heat sources. Because of its certain chemical activity, too high temperature or too much humidity may cause its properties to change and even trigger dangerous reactions. And it needs to be stored separately from oxidants, acids, bases, etc., and must not be mixed. This is because cyanopyridine ethyl ester and the above chemicals are prone to chemical reactions, or cause serious accidents such as combustion and explosion. At the same time, the storage place should be equipped with suitable materials for containing leaks in case of leakage, which can be properly handled in time to prevent the harm from expanding.
Second, as for the time of transportation. Make sure that the container is well sealed before transportation to prevent leakage. During transportation, make sure that the container does not dump, fall, or damage. The selected transportation vehicles should be equipped with corresponding safety protection equipment and emergency treatment equipment to prevent emergencies during transportation. Transportation personnel also need to be professionally trained to be familiar with the dangerous characteristics of the chemical and emergency treatment methods. The transportation route should try to avoid densely populated areas and environmentally sensitive areas to reduce the harm caused by accidents. And during transportation, relevant transportation regulations must be strictly adhered to, and no illegal operations must be carried out. In this way, the storage and transportation of cyanopyridine ethyl ester can ensure the safety of personnel and the environment to the greatest extent, and avoid accidents.
Its hydroxyl groups have typical properties of alcohols and can undergo many reactions. For example, with active metals, such as sodium, it can perform a displacement reaction to generate hydrogen gas and sodium alcohol. This reaction exhibits the characteristics of active hydrogen. Under the action of concentrated sulfuric acid and heating conditions, dehydration can occur. The products are different at different temperatures: if it is 170 ° C, it tends to dehydrate into alkenes within the molecule; when it is 140 ° C, it is mostly intermolecular dehydration into ethers. In the case of strong oxidizing agents, such as acidic potassium permanganate solution, the hydroxyl groups can be oxidized to form primary formaldehyde, and then oxidized to carboxylic acids.
And its chlorine atom gives the substance halogenated aromatic properties. Under basic conditions, chlorine atoms can be replaced by nucleophilic reagents, such as co-heating with sodium hydroxide aqueous solution, chlorine atoms will be replaced by hydroxyl groups to generate 4- (2-hydroxyethyl) phenol. When reacting with metal magnesium, etc., Grignard reagents can be formed. This reagent is widely used in organic synthesis and can react with a variety of carbonyl compounds to grow carbon chains and construct complex organic molecular structures.
In addition, the presence of benzene rings makes the substance aromatic, and electrophilic substitution reactions can occur. The electron cloud density on the benzene ring affects the substitution position. Because the hydroxyl group is an ortho-para-site group, electrophilic substitution reactions mostly occur in the ortho and para-sites of the hydroxyl group.
When it comes to the melting point, it is about -15 ° C, and the state of matter changes at this temperature. The boiling point is roughly 270-272 ° C. When it reaches this temperature, it will transform from liquid to gas.
In terms of solubility, in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether, 4-chlorophenyl ethanol is easily soluble, just like fish getting water, and it is infinitely integrated; however, in water, its solubility is quite limited, only slightly soluble, just like oil floating in water, it is difficult to completely miscible.
Its density is about 1.20-1.22g/cm ³, which is heavier than water. When placed in water, it will sink to the bottom.
The refractive index is also one of the important physical properties, about 1.545-1.555. When light passes through this substance, it will refract according to this specific ratio. The above physical properties are of great significance in many fields such as organic synthesis and drug development, providing the foundation for their application and research.
In the fragrance industry, it can also be used. It can endow fragrances with a unique fragrance, adding a fresh and elegant charm. Or in floral fragrances, add different layers to make the aroma richer and more charming, attracting the favor of users.
In the field of material science, 4-chlorophenyl ethanol also shows its skills. It can be used as a raw material for special polymer materials. With its reactivity, it can participate in the polymerization process and give the material special properties. Such as increasing the stability of the material or changing its solubility, so that the material has better performance in a specific environment.
And in the process of organic synthesis, it is a commonly used intermediate. It can be derived from a variety of organic compounds through various reactions. Or by substitution and addition, new compounds with complex structures can be obtained, which is a broad way for the research and development of organic chemistry. In short, 4-chlorophenyl ethanol is important in many fields such as medicine, flavors, materials, and organic synthesis, and has made great contributions to the development of the chemical industry and related disciplines.
First, it can be prepared from 4-chlorophenyl vinyl by borohydrogenation-oxidation reaction. This reaction consists of sodium borohydride and tetrahydrofuran, and 4-chlorophenyl vinyl is first borohydrogenated with borane. Borane is electrophilic, and its boron atoms will be added to the carbon-carbon double bond of styrene to form an organic boron intermediate. Then, under the action of basic hydrogen peroxide, the intermediate is oxidized and rearranged, and the boron atoms are replaced by hydroxyl groups, so 4-chlorophenyl ethanol is obtained. This process has mild conditions and high regioselectivity to the addition of double bonds, which can effectively obtain the target product.
Second, 4-chloroacetophenone is used as the raw material and prepared by reduction reaction. Metal hydrides are often used as reducing agents, such as lithium aluminum hydride or sodium borohydride. If lithium aluminum hydride is used in anhydrous ether or tetrahydrofuran solvent, the hydrogen anion in lithium aluminum hydride has strong nucleophilicity and will attack the carbonyl carbon of 4-chloroacetophenone, causing the carbonyl double bond to open to form an alkoxide intermediate. After hydrolysis, the alkoxide is converted into 4-chlorophenyl ethanol. Compared with lithium aluminum hydride, sodium borohydride has slightly weaker reducing activity, but it is safer to operate. Under appropriate conditions, 4-chloroacetophenone can be effectively reduced to 4-chlorophenyl ethanol.
Third, 4-chlorobenzyl halide can be obtained by reacting with ethylene oxide under alkaline conditions. The alkaline environment prompts 4-chlorobenzyl halide to form anion, which nucleophilically attacks the epoxy ring of ethylene oxide, makes it open the ring, and then hydrolyzes to produce 4-chlorobenzyl ethanol. The raw materials of this method are relatively easy to obtain, and the reaction steps are simple. However, the reaction conditions need to be precisely controlled to ensure the yield and purity.
All these synthesis methods have their own advantages and disadvantages. The practical application needs to be weighed against many factors such as the availability of raw materials, cost considerations, and product purity requirements in order to achieve the best synthesis effect.
Looking at its uses, 4-chlorophenyl ethanol is used in the pharmaceutical field and is a key intermediate for many drug synthesis. Today, the pharmaceutical industry is booming, and the demand for various efficient and safe drugs is increasing day by day. With the acceleration of the research and development process of new drugs, the demand for 4-chlorophenyl ethanol as an intermediate is also on the rise. And in the field of fine chemicals, it can be used to prepare flavors, pesticides and other products. The fragrance industry pursues unique and novel aroma components, and the unique structure of 4-chlorophenyl ethanol may be able to derive unique fragrance substances, which meets the market demand for new fragrances; in the field of pesticides, the voice for high-efficiency and low-toxicity pesticides is increasing. 4-chlorophenyl ethanol as a raw material or can help synthesize such market-oriented pesticide products, which are all opportunities for its market expansion.
However, it also faces challenges. From a production perspective, its synthesis process or needs to be optimized. If the process is complex and costly, it will limit its large-scale production and marketing activities. Moreover, the environmental protection requirements of the chemical industry are becoming stricter. If more pollutants are produced in the production process, a large amount of money needs to be invested in environmental protection treatment. Otherwise, it will face policy restrictions and penalties, which will affect the economic efficiency and market competitiveness of enterprises.
Furthermore, the market competition is quite fierce. If many enterprises are involved in the production of 4-chlorobenzene ethanol, it is easy to cause overcapacity and pressure prices. Enterprises need to make more efforts in quality control, cost control, and technological innovation in order to occupy a place in the market.
To sum up, although 4-chlorobenzene ethanol has broad market prospects, it needs to deal with many challenges such as synthesis process, environmental protection, and competition. If it can be properly handled, it will be able to achieve good development in the market.

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