Description

4-Bromo-5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy-Benzoic Acid is a halogenated hydroxybenzoic acid derivative, a high-value synthetic intermediate prized for its unique substitution pattern. This compound is critical for introducing specific steric and electronic properties into target molecules during advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the construction of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals or functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes to study biological processes.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1784366-04-6
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrFO3
Molecular Weight	235.01 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoro-4-bromo-2-hydroxybenzoic acid; 2-Hydroxy-4-bromo-5-fluorobenzoic acid; 4-Bromo-5-fluorosalicylic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-5-fluoro-2-hydroxy-; 1784366-04-6; 4-Br-5-F-2-OH-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Bromo-5-Fluoro-2-Hydroxy-Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of research and process development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC, NMR, and other relevant techniques is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.