Description

5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a multifunctional aromatic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring bromo, hydroxy, and nitro substituents on a benzoic acid core, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized azo dyes and colorants due to its nitro and hydroxy functional groups.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complexing agents in catalysis and metal extraction processes.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for studying electrophilic aromatic substitution and functional group transformation reactions in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	10169-50-3
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrNO5
Molecular Weight	262.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-5-bromosalicylic Acid; 5-Bromo-3-nitrosalicylic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-nitro-5-bromobenzoic Acid; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-hydroxy-3-nitro-; 5-Bromosalicylic acid 3-nitro-; 5-Bromo-3-nitro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant spectroscopic methods. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.