Description

3-Bromo-5-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a halogenated hydroxybenzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromine and phenolic hydroxyl groups, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a halogenated aromatic core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, solubility, or reactivity.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Useful for synthesizing chelating ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis or imaging.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, exploring structure-activity relationships in drug discovery projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-5-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	140472-69-1
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrO3
Molecular Weight	217.02 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-3-hydroxybenzoic acid; 3-Bromo-5-hydroxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-hydroxy-; 5-Hydroxy-3-bromobenzoic acid; 3-Bromo-5-carboxyphenol; 140472-69-1; 3-Br-5-OH-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Bromo-5-Hydroxybenzoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is fully characterized and undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
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.