Description

5-Bromo-2-Chloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated benzoic acid derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and agrochemical building block, valued for its unique trifluoromethyl and halogen substitution pattern which imparts desirable biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery for metabolic diseases, oncology, and central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the trifluoromethyl group.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and as a scaffold for further functionalization in medicinal chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile substrate for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Chloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	2089650-81-5
Molecular Formula	C8H3BrClF3O2
Molecular Weight	303.46 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluic acid; 2-Chloro-5-bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluic acid; 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-5-bromo-2-chlorobenzoic acid; 5-Bromo-2-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2089650-81-5; 5-Br-2-Cl-4-CF3-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Chloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
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.