Description

2-Benzoylisophthalic Acid is a high-purity aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative characterized by its unique benzoyl-substituted isophthalate structure. This compound serves as a versatile and critical advanced organic intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for research, development, and production-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing compounds with specific aromatic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring tailored acid functionalities.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce rigidity, thermal stability, and specific reactive sites into polyesters, polyamides, and epoxy resins.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized in organic and coordination chemistry to create complexing agents for metal catalysis or extraction processes.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of high-performance organic dyes and pigments.
• Research & Development: Essential chemical for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzoylisophthalic Acid
CAS No.	52421-81-5
Molecular Formula	C15H10O5
Molecular Weight	270.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Benzoylisophthalic Acid; 2-(Benzoyl)benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid; Isophthalic Acid, 5-benzoyl-; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-benzoyl-; 5-Benzoylbenzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid; 2-Benzoyl-1,3-benzenedicarboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Benzoylisophthalic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and titration to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.