Description

2-Bromo-3-Chlorophenylacetic Acid is a high-purity halogenated phenylacetic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile molecular scaffold for constructing complex pharmacologically active compounds. This intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where precise structural modification is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystals where bromo- and chloro- substituents modify physical properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital compound for fine chemical suppliers and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Chlorophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	1261775-55-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrClO2
Molecular Weight	249.49 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Bromo-3-chlorophenyl)acetic acid; 2-Bromo-3-chlorobenzeneacetic acid; α-(2-Bromo-3-chlorophenyl)acetic acid; NSC 106021; 1261775-55-6; 2-Bromo-3-chloro-α-toluic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Chlorophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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