Description

3-Chloro-5-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived aromatic carboxylic acid building block. This compound is valued for its unique sterically hindered structure, which imparts specific reactivity and stability profiles crucial for advanced synthesis. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, particularly in the development of active ingredients and functional materials. Our supply is characterized by stringent quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for your most demanding applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring sterically hindered benzoic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functional monomer for introducing aromatic and carboxylic acid groups into specialty polymers and resins.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced organic materials.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations and fine chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1000341-32-1
Molecular Formula	C11H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	212.67 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzoic Acid; 5-tert-Butyl-3-chlorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 3-Chloro-5-tert-butyl-benzoic acid; 3-Chloro-5-(tert-butyl)benzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-5-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards where applicable.

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 strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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