Description

3-(Chloromethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative featuring a reactive chloromethyl group. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for constructing more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized in the research and development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where it serves as a crucial building block for active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a benzoic acid or benzyl chloride moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers and resins with specific functional properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The reactive chloromethyl group allows for further functionalization via nucleophilic substitution, enabling the creation of esters, amides, and ether derivatives.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Chloromethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	31719-77-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	170.59 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid; m-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid; 3-Carboxybenzyl chloride; Benzoic acid, 3-(chloromethyl)-; (3-Chloromethyl)benzoic acid; m-Carboxybenzyl chloride; 3-(Chloromethyl)benzenecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Chloromethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of 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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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