Description

3-Phenylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its biphenyl carboxylic acid structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their development and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core component or modifying agent in the production of electronic display materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to alter thermal stability, rigidity, or other physical properties of specialty polymers.
• Organic Ligand Synthesis: Utilized for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Research & Development: A critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Phenylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1173406-93-3
Molecular Formula	C13H10O2
Molecular Weight	198.22 g/mol
Synonyms	[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid; m-Phenylbenzoic Acid; 3-Carboxybiphenyl; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-Phenylbenzenecarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Phenylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high standards, from research to commercial-scale production.

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 oxidizing agents and bases.

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.