This section provides an overview for chloroacetophenone as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 11 chloroacetophenone manufacturers and their company rankings.
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Chloroacetophenone, a compound with a molecular formula C8H7ClO, is known for its various isomers, including 2-chloroacetophenone (CAS No. 532-27-4) and 4'-chloroacetophenone (CAS No. 99-91-2). It's recognized for its use as a tear agent and in chemical manufacturing.
Primarily used in security and defense as a component in tear gas, it's also utilized in pharmaceuticals and dye production.
2-Chloroacetophenone, a white crystalline solid, is characterized by its distinct odor and solubility in organic solvents.
It's synthesized through reactions involving acetophenone, chloroacetyl chloride, and aluminum chloride.
Known for causing temporary irritation to eyes and skin, it's used in riot control for its immediate, yet short-lived effects.
This isomer, less irritating than its 2-chloro counterpart, is a pale straw-colored liquid used in milder applications.
Available in various forms for research, Chloroacetophenone is sold in multiple laboratory-friendly sizes, including deuterium-substituted versions.
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Alzchem Group AG, originally founded in 1908, is a specialty chemicals supplier with sites in Trostberg, Schalchen, Hart and Waldkraiburg, located in Germany. The company's products are linked to relevant social developments such as sustainability, climate protection, healthy aging, and securing the world’s food supply. They form a production network that conserves resources, saves energy, reduces emissions, transport costs and uses the synergies of an integrated infrastructure. They produce at a total of four sites in the Southeast Bavarian chemical triangle and at the site in Sundsvall (Sweden), with sales companies in Atlanta (USA), Shanghai (China) and Coventry (England).
Kanto Chemical Co. Inc., founded in 1944 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a reagent manufacturer with overseas affiliates in other countries, including China, France, USA, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Its product portfolio includes analytical reagents, ionic liquids, Iodine compounds, ultra-pure chemicals, and water analysis kits. The company is also developing regenerative medicine and genetics reagents and has over 50,000 products. It has several certifications, including ISO 9001, acquired in 1994, making it the first Japanese company in the reagent industry. Other certifications are ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO/IEC 17025.
Manus Aktteva Biopharma LLP, established in 2010 and headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, is a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of pharmaceutical APIs, intermediates, and specialty chemicals. Their wide-ranging products cater to industries such as pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and biotechnology. They offer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), the fundamental components used in various drug formulations, such as antibiotics, cardiovascular drugs, and anti-inflammatory drugs. The company also supplies specialty chemicals with unique properties applicable to diverse industries, from plastics to cosmetics manufacturing. Furthermore, the company offers custom synthesis services to meet the specific needs of their customers.
Hefei Home Sunshine Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd, established in 2013 and headquartered in Hefei City, China, is a manufacturer specializing in both standard and custom chemical synthesis. With manufacturing facilities in Anhui, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Inner Mongolia, Home Sunshine Pharma offers a range of products, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), intermediates, fine chemicals, coenzymes, and nucleotides. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, Home Sunshine Pharma serves research institutions, universities, and industries in Europe, America, and Southeast Asia with their chemical products.
Millipore Sigma, formerly known as Sigma-Aldrich, was created in 175 through the merger of Sigma Chemical Company and Aldrich Chemical company and today is a subsidiary of Merck. Millipore Sigma is a life science and biotechnology company serving the industry with several products and services. Some of their product categories include peptide synthesis materials, biochemicals, building blocks, catalysts, chemical biology, chemical synthesis, flavors & fragrances, formulation, lab chemicals, lab safety, APIs, and stable isotopes. Services include characterization, contract manufacturing, custom products, software, support, testing, and mRNA development & manufacturing.
Hunan Huateng Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., established in 2013 and based in Changsha, China, is a supplier of PEG derivatives and a contract manufacturer of APIs and intermediates. It stocks chemical reagents, vaccine excipients, APIs, and pharmaceutical intermediates, among other chemicals. In 2016, the company launched the first R&D center in Changsha, and in 2020, it completed the construction of its company, which started operations. It is ISO 9001 certified and has a range of facilities to manufacture and store chemical products up to 10 Metric Tons.
Hi-Purity Chemicals Pvt Ltd., founded in 1988 and headquartered in Navi Mumbai, India, is a manufacturer and supplier of various chemicals. Its product catalogs include 1-chloro methyl naphthalene, para chloro meta cresol, 1-bromo naphthalene, dichloro meta xylenol, and 4-chloro benzaldehyde, a high purity tech grade chemical used as an intemediate for the manufacture of dyestuffs, optical brighteners, and metal finishing products. The company's products are utilized across various industries, including water and sewage treatment, oil refineries, leather preservation, cooling towers, and surgical disinfection.
Taj Pharmaceuticals Limited, established in 1995 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, is a global manufacturer and supplier of generic medicines, healthcare, and other products. The company markets more than 500 branded and 4600 generic compositions to consumers in over 40 countries and territories across the globe. Its products cover a vast array of therapeutic categories, and offers an extensive range of dosage forms and delivery systems including oral solids, controlled-release, and steriles. Some of its offerings are diabetic care products, insulin, and growth hormones. The company holds the ISO 9001:2000 certification for its quality management system.
Sisco Research Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. was established in 1975 and is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The company manufactures highly complex reagents and biochemicals for public and private customers across industries with over 5000 products in different grades and packing sizes across product segments. The company’s 6 product categories are General Laboratory Chemicals & Solvents, Biochemicals & Specialty Fine Chemicals, Animal Cell Culture, Nanotechnology Products, Dehydrated Culture Media & Media Kits, and Biolit™ range of DNA and Protein tools.
Founded in 1981, Central Drug House Ltd. serves the scientific community via manufacturing and marketing a library of over 9,000 products to laboratory fine chemicals and dehydrated culture media with emphasis on purity and service. Examples are acids & bases, adsorbents, disinfectants, indicator papers, oils, and solvents. CDH provides bio chemicals, research chemicals, laboratory reagents, various solvents, stains & indicators, and dehydrated culture media. CDH is ISO 9001 certified and CDHs’ products are in compliance with specifications of IP, BP, USP, and EP standards.
Anant Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., established in 2005, is a supplier of pharmaceutical impurity reference samples and custom synthesis and analytical services, based in India. The company delivers novel solutions to research and development teams. Their organic synthesis labs are equipped with modern equipment, designed with energy saving concept. Over the years, they have developed into a one-stop service provider for bespoke chemical synthesis and analytical services for a wide range of industries in India and abroad.
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Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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India | 6 | 60.0% |
China | 2 | 20.0% |
United States of America | 1 | 10.0% |
Japan | 1 | 10.0% |