Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Chloro-2-Formyl- is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with benzaldehyde or benzoic acid pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Preparation: Useful for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions and multi-step syntheses to introduce both aldehyde and acid functionalities.
• Research and Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Chloro-2-Formyl-
CAS No.	4657-56-1
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClO3
Molecular Weight	184.58 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-formylbenzoic acid; 2-Formyl-4-chlorobenzoic acid; 4-Chlorophthalaldehyde acid; 4-Chloro-2-carboxybenzaldehyde; 2-Carboxy-4-chlorobenzaldehyde; 4-Chloro-o-phthalaldehyde acid; 4-Chloro-1,2-benzenedicarboxaldehyde-1-acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 4-Chloro-2-Formyl- is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen.

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	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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