2-Chloro-1,1-dimethoxyethane

It acts as a precursor, protective group, or alkylating agent in multi-step syntheses, crucial for creating complex molecules with specific biological activities. 2-Chloro-1,1-dimethoxyethane (Chloroacetaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal) is a versatile organic intermediate used mainly in pharmaceuticals (for drugs like mirtazapine, anti-inflammatories, antimicrobials), agrochemicals (herbicides, fungicides), and general chemical synthesis, often serving as a building block for heterocycles (imidazoles, pyrazoles) or introducing functional groups.

CAS No 97-97-2
Molecular Formula C4H9ClO2
Molecular Weight 124.56 g/mol
Synonyms 2-chloro-1,1-dimethoxyethane

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