Description

5-Chloro-2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated structure makes it an invaluable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for fluorinated drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the chloro-fluoro substitution pattern can enhance biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent for introducing halogen and carboxyl functionalities into specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and amide formations to construct more complex aromatic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	593280-19-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4ClFO3
Molecular Weight	190.56 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-5-chloro-2-fluorobenzoic Acid; 5-Chloro-2-fluoro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-fluoro-4-hydroxy-; 2-Fluoro-5-chloro-4-hydroxybenzoic Acid; 5-Chloro-2-fluoro-4-hydroxy-benzoic acid; 593280-19-4; 4-Hydroxy-5-chloro-2-fluorobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Fluoro-4-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

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	< 10 ppm

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