Description

3,4-Dichlorobenzenebutanoic Acid is a versatile chlorinated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a substituted phenylbutyric acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dichlorophenyl group confers biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for mesogens and electron-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or additive to introduce aromaticity and chlorine functionality into polymers, altering thermal and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in coupling reactions, esterifications, and amide formations to construct more complex molecular architectures.
• Research & Development: A critical compound for medicinal chemistry and material science research exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichlorobenzenebutanoic Acid
CAS No.	25157-66-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	233.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)butyric Acid; 3,4-Dichloro-γ-phenylbutyric Acid; Benzenebutanoic acid, 3,4-dichloro-; γ-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)butyric Acid; NSC 3349; Butyric acid, 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichlorobenzenebutanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The product is compatible with strong acid/organic solvent environments but should be handled accordingly.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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