Description

3-Chlorophenylglycolic Acid is a versatile aromatic α-hydroxy acid derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block and synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized phenyl ring system with both carboxylic acid and hydroxyl groups, enabling diverse chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of chiral drug candidates, including potential adrenergic agents and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a substituted phenylglycolic acid moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis, such as in hydrogenation or epoxidation reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and advanced polymeric materials.
• Biochemical Research: Tool compound in enzymatic studies and for probing metabolic pathways involving α-hydroxy acids.
• Complex Molecule Construction: Serves as a starting material for the total synthesis of natural products and complex organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chlorophenylglycolic Acid
CAS No.	16273-37-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight	186.59 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Chlorophenyl)hydroxyacetic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-2-(3-chlorophenyl)acetic Acid; 3-Chloromandelic Acid; α-Hydroxy-3-chlorophenylacetic Acid; DL-3-Chloromandelic Acid; (±)-3-Chloromandelic Acid; 3-Chloro-α-hydroxybenzeneacetic Acid; 3-CPGA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chlorophenylglycolic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and residual solvent screening, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Melting Point	Approx. 118-122°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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