Methyl (2-chlorophenyl)acetate (CAS No: 57486-68-7) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Clopidogrel. 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: benzeneacetic acid, 2-chloro-, methyl ester, 2-Chlorophenylacetic acid methylester
CAS No: 57486-68-7
PubChem CID: 93683
Mol Formula: C9H9ClO2
Mol Weight: 184.62 g/mol
Used in API: Clopidogrel
IUPAC Name: methyl 2-(2-chlorophenyl)acetate
API Intermediate Description: Methyl (2-chlorophenyl)acetate is the methyl ester of 2-chlorophenylacetic acid, typically appearing as a colorless to pale liquid. It is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine organic compounds.