Description

3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid is a versatile and high-purity aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a bromo and a cyano substituent, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), liquid crystal materials, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in constructing heterocyclic cores and functionalized aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific halogenated benzoic acid derivatives.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating polarizable and electronically active components in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart specific chemical resistance, thermal stability, or cross-linking properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions due to the reactive bromine atom.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating custom molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	58123-69-6
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrNO2
Molecular Weight	226.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-3-bromobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-cyano-; 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzoic acid; 3-Bromo-p-cyanobenzoic acid; 58123-69-6; 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzoic acid (CAS 58123-69-6); 3-Br-4-CN-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in a dark place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.