Description

3,5-Dibromo-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a halogenated aromatic compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine substituents and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with specific functionalities. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical companies engaged in the synthesis of active ingredients, specialty chemicals, and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring brominated aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its halogenated structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for introducing the 3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxybenzoate moiety into more complex molecules, such as ligands, dyes, and polymers.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reference compound in analytical method development and metabolic studies due to its distinct bromine pattern.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dibromo-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	3337-62-0
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br2O3
Molecular Weight	295.91 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-3,5-dibromobenzoic Acid; 3,5-Dibromo-4-hydroxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxy-; NSC 404080; 3,5-Dibromosalicylic Acid (common misnomer); 3,5-Dibromo-4-hydroxy-benzoic acid; DBHA
EINECS	222-069-1

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dibromo-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	255°C - 260°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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