Description

2,3,4,5-Tetrachloro-6-[(2-Methyl-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Carbonyl]Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional organic intermediate characterized by its unique molecular architecture combining a perchlorinated benzoic acid core with an imidazole-based carbonyl moiety. This compound matters for its role as a sophisticated building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering precise reactivity for creating advanced materials and active ingredients. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a key precursor for novel drug candidates and crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the imidazole moiety is pharmacologically relevant.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for enhanced biological activity and environmental stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Material Science: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex organic molecules, specialty polymers, and advanced materials with tailored electronic or photophysical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: The imidazole carbonyl group can act as a coordinating site, making this compound useful for developing novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalytic complexes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating libraries of compounds for high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,3,4,5-Tetrachloro-6-[(2-Methyl-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Carbonyl]Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	69868-17-3
Molecular Formula	C12H6Cl4N2O3
Molecular Weight	376.00 g/mol
Synonyms	6-[(2-Methyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)carbonyl]-2,3,4,5-tetrachlorobenzoic acid; 2,3,4,5-Tetrachloro-6-[(2-methylimidazol-1-yl)carbonyl]benzoic acid; Tetrachloroimidazolecarbonylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2,3,4,5-tetrachloro-6-[(2-methyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)carbonyl]-; 69868-17-3; UNII-4R6P8YF9QJ
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,5-Tetrachloro-6-[(2-Methyl-1H-Imidazol-1-Yl)Carbonyl]Benzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity by HPLC, identification by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.