Description

3,5-Dichloro-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides specific reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors who require high-purity building blocks for active ingredient synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dichloro-methyl substitution offers specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor for further functionalization, including esterification, amidation, and coupling reactions to create more complex compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the research and development of novel ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of specialized dyes and pigments where halogenated aromatic acids are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichloro-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	101567-48-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	205.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3,5-dichlorobenzoic acid; 3,5-Dichloro-o-toluic acid; Benzoic acid, 3,5-dichloro-2-methyl-; 3,5-Dichloro-2-methylbenzoic acid; 101567-48-0; 2-Methyl-3,5-dichlorobenzoic acid; 3,5-Dichloro-2-toluic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dichloro-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for our global B2B clients.

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, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

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.