Description

2,3-Dichloro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules. It is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise chemical functionality is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a nitro-substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for producing complex azo dyes and other colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory-scale and industrial organic reactions, including coupling reactions and as a starting material for further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical testing and quality control in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dichloro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	13300-61-3
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2NO4
Molecular Weight	236.01 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2,3-dichlorobenzoic Acid; 2,3-Dichloro-5-nitrobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,3-dichloro-5-nitro-; 2,3-Dichloro-5-nitro-benzoic acid; NSC 403107
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dichloro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.