Bis(4-chlorobutyl) ether (CAS No: 6334-96-9) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Paroxetine. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: chlorobutyl ether, Di(chlorobutyl)ether
CAS No: 6334-96-9
PubChem CID: 22800
Mol Formula: C8H16Cl2O
Mol Weight: 199.11 g/mol
Used in API: Paroxetine
IUPAC Name: 1-chloro-4-(4-chlorobutoxy)butane
API Intermediate Description: Bis(4-chlorobutyl) ether is a chlorinated aliphatic ether consisting of two 4-chlorobutyl groups linked by an oxygen atom. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with moderate volatility and limited water solubility.This compound is mainly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of macrocyclic compounds, surfactants, and specialty polymers, as well as in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
