Description

4-Formamido Benzoic Acid is a key organic intermediate featuring both a carboxylic acid and a formamido functional group, making it a versatile building block for complex chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a precursor in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new compounds and fine-tune molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzamide or benzoic acid backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for constructing more complex molecules in research laboratories and pilot plants.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments due to its aromatic structure and functional groups.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of advanced polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and creating novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Formamido Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	28533-43-9
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO3
Molecular Weight	165.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Carboxyformanilide; p-Formamidobenzoic Acid; 4-(Formylamino)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(formylamino)-; N-(4-Carboxyphenyl)formamide; 4-Formamidobenzoic Acid; FA-BA; p-Carboxyformanilide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Formamido Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Every lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and identification by FT-IR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The product may be hygroscopic; keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to 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	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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