Description

5-Bromo-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is a versatile halogenated nitrobenzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules, enabling the introduction of both bromo and nitro functional groups in a single, controlled step. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring halogen and nitro substituents for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure contributes to the final product's efficacy and selectivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in research to create novel ligands for metal catalysis and other advanced chemical processes.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the exploration of new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	6950-43-2
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrNO4
Molecular Weight	246.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-bromobenzoic acid; 5-Bromo-2-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-nitro-; NSC 403697; 5-Brom-2-nitro-benzoesäure (German); Acide 5-bromo-2-nitro-benzoïque (French)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

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