Description

2-Chloro-5-Formylbenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic aldehyde-carboxylic acid building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both a reactive formyl group and a carboxylic acid moiety, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzoic acid or benzaldehyde scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the chloro and formyl groups enable further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands, organocatalysts, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments due to its aromatic structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing novel heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Formylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1206625-81-1
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClO3
Molecular Weight	184.57 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formyl-2-chlorobenzoic Acid; 2-Chloro-5-carboxybenzaldehyde; 2-Chloroterephthalaldehyde Acid; 2-Chloro-5-formylbenzoic acid; 2-Chloro-5-carboxybenzaldehyde; 2-Chloro-5-formyl-benzoic acid; 2-Chloro-5-formyl-benzoesäure (German); 2-Chloro-5-formylbenzoic acid (CAS 1206625-81-1)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5-Formylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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