Description

4-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential starting material for synthesizing specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261995-96-3
Molecular Formula	C13H9ClO3
Molecular Weight	248.66 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-4-(4-chlorophenyl)benzoic Acid; 4-(p-Chlorophenyl)salicylic Acid; 4'-Chloro-2'-hydroxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid; p-Chlorophenylsalicylic Acid; Biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-chloro-2'-hydroxy-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-chloro-2'-hydroxy-
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.