Description

3-Hydroxy-2,4,6-Tribromobenzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic placement of bromine atoms and a carboxylic acid group, which enable precise functionalization for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring brominated aromatic cores for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where bromine substitution enhances efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce brominated aromatic units into polymer chains, altering properties like flame retardancy and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new bromination pathways and carboxylate chemistry.
• Material Science: Used in the development of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals due to its distinct molecular structure and polarity.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-2,4,6-Tribromobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	14348-40-4
Molecular Formula	C7H3Br3O3
Molecular Weight	374.81 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6-Tribromo-3-hydroxybenzoic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-2,4,6-tribromobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2,4,6-tribromo-; 2,4,6-Tribromogentisic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-2,4,6-tribromo-benzoic acid; Tribromogentisic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-2,4,6-tribromobenzoicacid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-2,4,6-Tribromobenzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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