Description

4-Chloro-2-Methoxy-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional benzoic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents, leveraging its nitro and chloro functional groups.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its aromatic nitro group.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for medicinal chemistry, process chemistry, and exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Methoxy-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	68255-77-6
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO5
Molecular Weight	231.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-methoxy-4-chlorobenzoic acid; 4-Chloro-2-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid; 2-Methoxy-4-chloro-5-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-2-methoxy-5-nitro-; 68255-77-6; 4-Chloro-5-nitro-o-anisic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Methoxy-5-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.