2-Chlorotriyl Choride (2CTC)

Product Description

2Chlorotriyl chloride often abbreviated as 2CTC is a chemical compound that contains a chlorotriyl group typically used in organic synthesis and as a reagent in various chemical processes

 Chemical Details

 IUPAC Name 2Chlorotriyl chloride

 Molecular Formula C6H3Cl2

 Molecular Weight  17100 gmol

 Structure

   It consists of a benzene ring C6H5 with two chlorine atoms attached at the 2 and 1positions on the aromatic ring

 Physical Properties

 Appearance Typically colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid depending on the state

 Boiling Point  239242C

 Melting Point Approximately 8082C solid

 Solubility Soluble in organic solvents like acetone ethanol and chloroform but poorly soluble in water due to the presence of the chlorine atoms

 Density Around 145 gcm at room temperature

 Applications

1 Organic Synthesis

    Chlorinating Agent The chlorine in 2chlorotriyl chloride can serve as a chlorinating agent in organic reactions facilitating the introduction of chlorine into other molecules

    Building Block for Syntheses It can be used as a precursor in the synthesis of various organic compounds or as a reagent for introducing the chlorotriyl group into a target molecule

2 Polymer Chemistry

    Used in the synthesis of chlorinecontaining polymers The reactivity of the chlorine can lead to the formation of complex polymeric structures

3 Agrochemical Synthesis

    It could be used as an intermediate in the preparation of pesticides or other agrochemical products that require chlorinated aromatic compounds

4 Pharmaceutical Chemistry

    Potential applications in pharmaceutical research where a chlorinated aromatic compound is required such as in the development of antibiotics or other biologically active compounds

 Chemical Reactivity

1 Electrophilic Substitution

    The presence of chlorine in the 2position makes the compound reactive in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions Chlorine is an electronwithdrawing group which can activate the aromatic ring for further reactions

2 Nucleophilic Substitution

    The chlorine atom at position 2 can be replaced by nucleophiles in substitution reactions such as with amines alcohols or thiols creating a variety of substituted products

3 CrossCoupling Reactions

    Chlorotriyl chloride can participate in crosscoupling reactions such as Suzuki coupling or Negishi coupling allowing the formation of more complex organic structures

 Synthesis of 2Chlorotriyl Chloride

The synthesis of 2chlorotriyl chloride can typically be done via halogenation reactions

 Chlorination of Triyl Compounds The chlorination of triaryl compounds such as biphenyl or toluene derivatives can produce various halogenated species including 2chlorotriyl chloride Chlorine gas or phosphorus trichloride PCl is often used as a chlorinating agent

 Safety and Handling

 Toxicity  

   2Chlorotriyl chloride and its derivatives may be toxic if ingested or inhaled and should be handled with care It may cause irritation to the eyes skin and respiratory tract

 Precautions

   Wear appropriate personal protective equipment PPE including gloves safety goggles and work under a fume hood to avoid inhalation

   Avoid exposure to the substance as it may be harmful or irritating in the long term

 Storage  

   Store in a cool dry place away from heat moisture or sources of ignition The container should be tightly sealed to avoid contamination or accidental release

 Conclusion

2Chlorotriyl chloride 2CTC is an important intermediate in organic chemistry particularly for reactions involving chlorination and electrophilic substitution Its utility extends across various industries including pharmaceuticals agrochemicals and materials science As a chlorinated aromatic compound it serves as a key building block for more complex chemical syntheses

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