Description

2,4-Dibromo-5-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a halogenated hydroxybenzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine substituents and a phenolic hydroxyl group, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced activity.
• Material Science: Used in the research and production of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in organic synthesis for introducing dibromo-hydroxybenzoic acid motifs.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Intermediate in the manufacture of complex halogenated dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dibromo-5-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	14348-39-1
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br2O3
Molecular Weight	295.91 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-2,4-dibromobenzoic Acid; 2,4-Dibromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2,4-dibromo-5-hydroxy-; 2,4-Dibromo-5-hydroxy-benzoic acid; NSC 403697; 2,4-Dibromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid (ACI); 14348-39-1 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dibromo-5-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with each lot accompanied by a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) that includes results for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development as well as scale-up production.

Storage

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

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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