Description

5-Chloro-3-(4-Hydroxymethylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional organic intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its bifunctional molecular structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxymethyl group on a chlorinated biphenyl core, enabling its use in complex chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Used in the development of advanced liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and optical materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polyesters and epoxy resins with enhanced properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: An intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via coupling reactions.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its chelating potential.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-3-(4-Hydroxymethylphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1262005-64-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	262.69 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-3-(4-(hydroxymethyl)phenyl)benzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 5-chloro-4'-(hydroxymethyl)-; 5-Chloro-3-(4-hydroxymethylphenyl)benzoic acid; 5-Chloro-4'-(hydroxymethyl)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid; 3-(4-(Hydroxymethyl)phenyl)-5-chlorobenzoic acid; 5-Chloro-3-(p-hydroxymethylphenyl)benzoic acid; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid, 5-chloro-4'-(hydroxymethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Chloro-3-(4-Hydroxymethylphenyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure compliance with exacting customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific regulatory or internal quality 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 away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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