Description

4-Chloro-2,5-Difluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which allows for precise structural modifications in target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a difluorinated aromatic core for enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the chloro and fluoro substituents contribute to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Intermediate in the development of organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and for introducing specific functional groups into complex molecular architectures.
• Fluorinated Polymer Modifiers: Can be incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart specific properties like chemical resistance or altered surface energy to polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2,5-Difluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	132794-07-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF2O2
Molecular Weight	192.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Difluoro-4-chlorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-2,5-difluoro-; 4-Chloro-2,5-difluorobenzoic acid; 132794-07-1; 4-Chloro-2,5-difluoro-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2,5-Difluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured 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 exacting standards for research and industrial use. 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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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