Description

3-Chloro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and nitro substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a halogenated nitrobenzoic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its substitution pattern is beneficial for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A building block for synthesizing organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds due to its electron-withdrawing groups.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development, catalysis studies, and creating specialized chemical libraries.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other coordination complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	34662-36-7
Molecular Formula	C7H4ClNO4
Molecular Weight	201.56 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-3-chlorobenzoic acid; 3-Chloro-5-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-5-nitro-; NSC 403697; 34662-36-7; 3-Chloro-5-nitro-benzoic acid; 3-Chloro-5-nitrobenzoic acid; 3-Chloro-5-nitro-benzoic acid (CAS 34662-36-7)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	185°C - 190°C
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.