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China and India are the leading exporters of 4-Chlorobutanoic acid, collectively accounting for the majority of global shipments, while the United States, Germany, and Japan represent the largest importers. Trade volumes remain concentrated among these key players, with limited diversification observed across other nations. Recent data indicates relative stability in export volumes from Asia and steady demand growth in North America and Western Europe, coinciding with moderate fluctuations in 4-Chlorobutanoic acid prices.
4-Chlorobutanoic acid is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature, with a pungent, acrid odor and moderate volatility; it has a melting point of approximately −15 °C and a boiling point of around 215 °C. It is classified as an aliphatic chlorinated carboxylic acid and serves primarily as a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its principal industrial use is in the production of gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), pyrrolidinones, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles via cyclization or amidation reactions. It is employed in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals (e.g., nootropic agents and GABA analogs), agrochemicals (including plant growth regulators), and specialty polymers.
Dark brown liquid
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals. See more about what is 4-Chlorobutanoic Acid and 4-Chlorobutanoic Acid SDS information.
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