Description

3-Chloro-4-Fluoro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a precursor for active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitro and halogen substituents.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring novel organic reactions and creating compound libraries for screening.
• Custom Synthesis: Starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-Fluoro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	132992-43-9
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClFNO4
Molecular Weight	219.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-4-fluoro-5-nitro-; 3-Chloro-4-fluoro-5-nitrobenzoic acid; 5-Nitro-3-chloro-4-fluorobenzoic acid; 4-Fluoro-3-chloro-5-nitrobenzoic acid; 132992-43-9; 3-Cl-4-F-5-NO2-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-4-Fluoro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We support development projects with custom purity grades and analytical support.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

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%
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤2.0%

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