Description

Bis(o-Chlorophenoxy)Acetic Acid is a specialized chlorinated aromatic acid derivative with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the development of high-performance materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), offering precise molecular architecture for downstream reactions. Key industries that rely on this chemical include pharmaceutical research, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty polymer production, where its unique bifunctional structure enables the creation of complex, value-added products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific properties like flame retardancy or chemical resistance to specialty polymers.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent: Serves as a precursor for ligands used in catalysis and metal ion complexation processes.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry R&D for constructing complex aromatic ether and ester linkages.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(o-Chlorophenoxy)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	47087-55-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₀Cl₂O₄
Molecular Weight	313.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Dichlorodiphenoxyacetic Acid; Acetic Acid, Bis(2-chlorophenoxy)-; Bis(2-chlorophenoxy)acetic Acid; 2,2'-(Carboxymethylene)dioxydi(chlorobenzene); (2-Chlorophenoxy)(2-chlorophenoxy)acetic Acid; o,o'-Dichlorodiphenoxyacetic Acid; NSC 163063
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(o-Chlorophenoxy)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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