Description

3-Bromo-2,5-Difluorobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated difluorobenzoic acid structure makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of fluorine-containing drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine and bromine substituents enhance biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of monomers and polymers for advanced materials, including liquid crystals and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A versatile starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2,5-Difluorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1520538-81-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrF2O2
Molecular Weight	236.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Difluoro-3-bromobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-2,5-difluoro-; 3-Bromo-2,5-difluorobenzoic acid; 1520538-81-1; 2,5-Difluoro-3-bromobenzoic acid; 3-Br-2,5-F2-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Bromo-2,5-Difluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including results for purity (HPLC), identity (IR, NMR), and impurity profile, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee reproducible performance in your synthetic applications.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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