Chemical Name: | Benzoyl chloride, 4-butyl- |
CAS Number: | 28788-62-7 |
Product Number: | AG002WGE(AGN-PC-0JLMO9) |
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Molecular Formula: | C11H13ClO |
Molecular Weight: | 196.6733 |
4-Butylbenzoyl chloride is a versatile chemical reagent commonly employed in chemical synthesis for various applications. This compound serves as an acylating agent in organic reactions, where it is used to introduce the butylbenzoyl group into target molecules. By selectively reacting with nucleophilic functional groups such as amines, alcohols, or thiols, 4-Butylbenzoyl chloride facilitates the formation of new carbon-carbon or carbon-heteroatom bonds. This enables the creation of complex organic compounds with tailored properties and structures. Additionally, 4-Butylbenzoyl chloride can be utilized in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials, highlighting its significance in the field of chemical synthesis.