Description

3-Bromo-5-Butoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized benzoic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and specialty materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive benzoic acid core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bromo and carboxylic acid functionalities into polymer chains, altering physical and chemical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitutions to create more complex aromatic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new chemical reactions and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Bromo-5-Butoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1228956-96-4
Molecular Formula	C11H13BrO3
Molecular Weight	273.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Butoxy-3-bromobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-butoxy-; 3-Bromo-5-n-butoxybenzoic Acid; 3-Bromo-5-butoxy-benzoic acid; 1228956-96-4; 3-Br-5-OBu-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-5-Butoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring consistency and reliability for your research and development needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture. 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)	≥ 97.0%
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.