Description

3,4-Dibromobenzoic Acid is a high-purity brominated aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic core with two distinct bromine substituents, enabling precise and sequential cross-coupling reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the bromine atoms act as handles for introducing specific bioactive moieties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis, such as Suzuki-Miyaura and Buchwald-Hartwig cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Building block for creating organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its rigid, functionalizable aromatic structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic transformations and constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized brominated dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dibromobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	619-03-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br2O2
Molecular Weight	279.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 3,4-dibromo-; 3,4-Dibromobenzenecarboxylic acid; 4-Bromo-3-bromobenzoic acid; NSC 404087; 3,4-Dibromo-benzoic acid; 3,4-Dibromobenzoic acid (6CI,7CI,8CI)
EINECS	210-574-8

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dibromobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	228°C - 232°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.