Description

2-Bromo-3,4-Difluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and fluorinated structure makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

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 research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluoro and bromo substituents modulate bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty electronic chemicals for displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce halogen and fluorine functionalities into polymer chains, enhancing material properties like chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to construct complex biaryl systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3,4-Difluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	170108-05-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrF2O2
Molecular Weight	236.99 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Difluoro-2-bromobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-3,4-difluoro-; 2-Bromo-3,4-difluorobenzoic acid; 170108-05-1; 3,4-Difluoro-2-bromobenzoic acid; 2-Br-3,4-F2-C6H2-COOH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-3,4-Difluorobenzoic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry conditions. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

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.