Description

3-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its biphenyl core structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, functional polymers, and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its biphenyl scaffold.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core component or side-chain modifier in the manufacture of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) for electronic devices.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into high-performance polymers, epoxy resins, and polyesters to enhance thermal stability, mechanical strength, and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a ligand precursor in transition metal catalysis and as a versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex aromatic systems.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners due to its conjugated aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	716-76-7
Molecular Formula	C13H10O2
Molecular Weight	198.22 g/mol
Synonyms	[3-Phenylbenzoic Acid]; [m-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid]; [3-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid]; [3-Phenylbenzenecarboxylic Acid]; [m-Phenylbenzoic Acid]; [Biphenyl-3-carboxylic Acid]; [3-Carboxybiphenyl]; [m-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid]
EINECS	211-945-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Biphenylcarboxylic 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	160 - 164 °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.