Description

5-Bromo-2-(Hexyloxy)Benzoic Acid is a specialized aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring a bromine substituent and a hexyloxy side chain, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated benzoic acid core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for mesogenic units and electron-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific bromine or carboxylic acid functionality into polymer chains.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions due to the reactive bromine atom.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Intermediate for creating specialized colorants and photoactive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-(Hexyloxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	62176-19-6
Molecular Formula	C13H17BrO3
Molecular Weight	301.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-hexyloxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-(hexyloxy)-; 2-Hexyloxy-5-bromobenzoic acid; 5-Bromo-2-n-hexyloxybenzoic acid; 5-Bromo-2-(n-hexyloxy)benzoic acid; 5-Bromo-2-hexyloxy-benzoic acid; 5-Br-2-HexOBzOH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Bromo-2-(Hexyloxy)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

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%
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.