Description

3,5-Dichloro-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile halogenated nitrobenzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, containing both a carboxylic acid and a nitro group on a dichlorinated aromatic ring, enabling diverse chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with halogenated aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the nitro and chloro groups contribute to biological activity.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Production: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for coupling reactions, amide formation, and as a scaffold for further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of advanced materials requiring specific aromatic structures.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as a component in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichloro-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	23082-45-3
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl2NO4
Molecular Weight	236.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3,5-dichlorobenzoic Acid; 3,5-Dichloro-2-nitrobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3,5-dichloro-2-nitro-; NSC 403107; 3,5-Dichloro-2-nitro-benzoic acid; 3,5-Dichloro-o-nitrobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dichloro-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

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 to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.