Description

3-Chloro-4-Hydroxybenzamide is a versatile halogenated benzamide derivative with a distinct molecular structure that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and high-value specialty chemicals. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and fine chemical production, where it is utilized to construct complex molecules with targeted biological or functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring a chlorinated phenolic backbone.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a standard or reagent in proteomics and metabolic pathway studies due to its specific functional groups.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific properties like UV stability or altered solubility.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-4-Hydroxybenzamide
CAS No.	1007578-86-0
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	171.58 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-3-chlorobenzamide; 3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzenecarboxamide; 3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzamide; 3-Chloro-4-hydroxy-benzamide; 3-Chloro-4-hydroxy benzamide; 3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid amide; 3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzamide (CAS 1007578-86-0)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4-Hydroxybenzamide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, 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 to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
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.