Description

3-Chloro-5-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile bifunctional aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxymethyl group on a chlorinated benzene ring, makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or advanced intermediate in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the chlorinated benzoic acid scaffold.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized monomers and polymers used in display technologies and organic electronics.
• Polymer Modification: Functional monomer for creating specialty polyesters, polyamides, and epoxy resins with enhanced properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes.
• Coordination Chemistry: Chelating ligand for the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its carboxylic acid and hydroxyl groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	153203-56-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight	186.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-chlorobenzoic Acid; 3-Chloro-5-(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-; 3-Chloro-5-hydroxymethylbenzoic Acid; 3-Chloro-5-carboxyphenylmethanol; 153203-56-6; (3-Chloro-5-carboxyphenyl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-5-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to protect the product from moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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