Description

2-Chloro-4-Hydroxybenzamide is a halogenated hydroxybenzamide derivative, a versatile organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and hydroxy substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for applications in drug discovery and specialty chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its bioactive benzamide core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers and functional materials where halogen and hydroxy groups impart specific properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes to study biological processes and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Hydroxybenzamide
CAS No.	1046818-83-0
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	171.58 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-2-chlorobenzamide; 2-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzamide; 2-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid amide; 4-Hydroxy-2-chlorobenzoic acid amide; 2-Chloro-4-hydroxy-benzamide; Benzamide, 2-chloro-4-hydroxy-; 2-Chloro-4-hydroxy-benzamide (CAS 1046818-83-0)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-Hydroxybenzamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

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