Description

Lithium 2,3,6-Trichlorobenzoate is an organolithium compound and a specialty salt of a halogenated benzoic acid. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and reagent in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for introducing the 2,3,6-trichlorobenzoyl moiety. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring halogenated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block for herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Ligand Precursor: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and material science applications.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Lithium 2,3,6-Trichlorobenzoate
CAS No.	71750-37-3
Molecular Formula	C7H2Cl3LiO2
Molecular Weight	221.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,6-Trichlorobenzoic acid lithium salt; Lithium 2,3,6-trichlorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,3,6-trichloro-, lithium salt; 2,3,6-Trichlorobenzoic acid lithium salt; Lithium 2,3,6-trichlorobenzoate; 71750-37-3; Lithium trichlorobenzoate
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Quality Control

Our Lithium 2,3,6-Trichlorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and moisture content are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.