Description

4-(2-Acetylphenyl)-2-Chlorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable aromatic carboxylic acid derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Versatile reagent for constructing complex aromatic systems and heterocycles in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Acetylphenyl)-2-Chlorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1355247-96-9
Molecular Formula	C15H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	274.70 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4'-(acetyl)benzoic Acid; 2-Chloro-4-(2-acetylphenyl)benzoic Acid; 4-(2-Acetylphenyl)-2-chlorobenzoic Acid; 2'-Acetyl-2-chloro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 2-chloro-2'-acetyl-; 1355247-96-9
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Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Acetylphenyl)-2-Chlorobenzoic 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 confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.