Description

3-Bromo-4-Chlorobenzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive aromatic core with distinct substitution patterns, enabling the construction of complex molecules for research and industrial applications. This intermediate is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a di-halogenated benzoic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its halogen atoms facilitate further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers where its aromatic and halogenated structure imparts specific electronic or physical properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a crucial intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4-Chlorobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	42860-10-6
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrClO2
Molecular Weight	235.46 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4-chlorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-chloro-; 4-Chloro-3-bromobenzoic acid; 3-Bromo-4-chloro-benzoic acid; 2-Bromo-5-carboxychlorobenzene
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4-Chlorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	215°C - 220°C
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.