Description

2-Bromo-3-Chloro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-substituted benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and nitrated structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides due to its bioactive halogen-nitro motif.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating specialty polymers and liquid crystals.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile building block for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic compounds and heterocycles via cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors for biochemical research.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized azo dyes and colorants with enhanced lightfastness.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Chloro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1499553-66-0
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrClNO4
Molecular Weight	280.46 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-bromo-5-nitrobenzoic acid; 5-Nitro-3-chloro-2-bromobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-3-chloro-5-nitro-; 2-Bromo-3-chloro-5-nitro-benzoic acid; BCNBA; 1499553-66-0
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Chloro-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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