Description

3-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, featuring a benzoic acid core substituted with a dichlorinated phenyl ring, which provides specific steric and electronic properties for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is utilized to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for synthesizing specialized polymers with tailored thermal or optical properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis research programs for exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	177734-74-6
Molecular Formula	C13H8Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	267.11 g/mol
Synonyms	[2',3'-Dichloro[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl]carboxylic Acid; 3-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)benzoic acid; 2,3-Dichlorobiphenyl-3'-carboxylic Acid; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid, 2',3'-dichloro-; 3-Carboxy-2',3'-dichlorobiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified against comprehensive specifications using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, supporting your quality management systems and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture absorption.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.5%

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