Description

Benzoyl Chloride, 2,6-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is a specialized benzoyl chloride derivative, a key chemical intermediate prized for its reactive acid chloride functionality and phenolic hydroxyl groups. This compound is essential for introducing the 2,6-dihydroxybenzoyl moiety into target molecules, enabling the synthesis of complex structures with specific properties. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a dihydroxybenzoyl pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers, resins, and coatings with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for peptide coupling, acylation reactions, and the preparation of esters and amides under mild conditions.
• Dye & Pigment Precursor: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Used to create novel molecular structures for electronic display and lighting technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoyl Chloride, 2,6-Dihydroxy- (9Ci)
CAS No.	116615-34-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClO3
Molecular Weight	172.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dihydroxybenzoyl chloride; 2,6-Dihydroxybenzoic acid chloride; 2,6-Dihydroxybenzoyl chloride (9CI); 2,6-Dihydroxybenzoic acid chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2,6-dihydroxy-; 2,6-Dihydroxybenzoylchloride; 2,6-Dihydroxy-benzoyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoyl Chloride, 2,6-Dihydroxy- (9Ci) is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting research and development grade standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific results is supplied with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical synthetic workflows.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent hydrolysis and degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases, amines, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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