Description

2,6-Dichlorobiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized chlorinated biphenyl carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and materials science research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting complex molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the biphenyl core for biological activity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials where the biphenyl unit contributes to structural rigidity.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in environmental or metabolic studies related to chlorinated biphenyl compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research reagent for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex polycyclic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dichlorobiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1181345-02-7
Molecular Formula	C13H8Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	267.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Biphenylcarboxylic acid, 2,6-dichloro-; 2,6-Dichloro-3-biphenylcarboxylic acid; 2',6'-Dichlorobiphenyl-3-carboxylic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 2,6-dichloro-; 2,6-Dichloro[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dichlorobiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients' regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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