Description

3,5-Diaminobenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic diamine derivative of benzoic acid, serving as a critical bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its dual amine groups and carboxylic acid functionality enable its use in the creation of complex polymers, dyes, and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific optical or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a rigid, substituted benzoic acid core.
• Polymer & Resin Manufacturing: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance polyamides, polyimides, and epoxy resins, imparting thermal stability and rigidity.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a crucial intermediate for manufacturing azo dyes, pigments, and colorants for textiles, inks, and plastics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that benefit from its aromatic diamine structure.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Component in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial applications.
• Research & Development: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and supramolecular chemistry.
• Chelating Agent Production: Used to synthesize ligands and chelating agents for metal ion sequestration in water treatment or catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Diaminobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	5535-87-5
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Diaminobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3,5-diamino-; 5-Amino-3-aminobenzoic acid; 3,5-Diaminobenzoic acid; 3,5-Diaminobenzoic acid (DABA); 3,5-Diaminobenzoic acid, 98+%; 3,5-Diaminobenzoic acid, 99%; 3,5-Diaminobenzoic acid, 97%
EINECS	226-877-5

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Diaminobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for critical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your project requirements.

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). 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	Light yellow to brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	228 - 232 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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