Description

2-Biphenyl-2'-Chloro-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable biphenyl derivative. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chiral ligands and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Versatile substrate for cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki-Miyaura couplings, and for introducing the biphenyl motif.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for quality control and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Biphenyl-2'-Chloro-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	14498-95-4
Molecular Formula	C13H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	232.66 g/mol
Synonyms	[2'-Chloro[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-yl]carboxylic Acid; 2'-(Chloro)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-(2-Chlorophenyl)benzoic Acid; o-(2-Chlorophenyl)benzoic Acid; 2-Biphenylyl-2'-chlorocarboxylic Acid; NSC 403108; 2-Carboxy-2'-chlorobiphenyl
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Biphenyl-2'-Chloro-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a cGMP-compliant quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.5%

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