Description

2-Chloro-3,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzenecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of halogen and hydroxyl groups, which make it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating specialized fluorinated organic compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or additive to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties like stability or solubility.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex aromatic systems and as a ligand in catalytic processes.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the development of specialized dyes and pigments where fluorine and chlorine substituents alter color fastness and spectral properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	749230-42-0
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF2O3
Molecular Weight	208.55 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-2-chloro-3,6-difluorobenzoic Acid; 2-Chloro-3,6-difluoro-4-hydroxybenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-3,6-difluoro-4-hydroxy-; 749230-42-0; 2-Chloro-3,6-difluoro-4-hydroxy-benzoic acid; 4-Carboxy-2-chloro-3,6-difluorophenol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-3,6-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybenzenecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) upon request, detailing all specification parameters to support 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed and away from direct light and moisture to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.