Description

3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and cyano substituents on a benzoic acid core, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key precursor in the development of active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in medicinal chemistry research for creating drug candidates with specific biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogen and nitrile functionality for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where its aromatic core and functional groups modify electronic properties.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical companies producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	581213-69-6
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; 581213-69-6; 3-Bromo-p-cyanobenzoic acid; 3-Bromo-4-cyanobenzoic acid (ACI); 4-Carboxy-2-bromobenzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Bromo-4-Cyanobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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