Description

5-Bromo-4-Chloro-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional halogenated nitrobenzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular structure offers versatile reactivity, making it an indispensable intermediate for creating complex, high-value compounds. This product is primarily targeted at research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for their development and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a halogenated aromatic scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the nitro and halogen groups contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, and reduction reactions to create more complex aromatic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and pigments due to its nitro and carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4-Chloro-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	392319-07-2
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrClNO4
Molecular Weight	280.46 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-bromo-4-chlorobenzoic acid; 4-Chloro-5-bromo-2-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-4-chloro-2-nitro-; 5-Bromo-4-chloro-2-nitro-benzoic acid; 392319-07-2 (CAS); BCNBA (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-4-Chloro-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), 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 each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.