Description

2-Chloro-3,4-Difluoro-5-Hydroxy-Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic building block characterized by its distinct halogen and hydroxyl substitution pattern. This compound is critically important for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of complex molecular motifs. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in fluorinated bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the difluoro and chloro groups enhance biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated aromatic cores in electronic and display materials.
• Complex Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry and catalysis research due to its chelating potential.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce specific functional groups into polymer backbones for specialty materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3,4-Difluoro-5-Hydroxy-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	749230-44-2
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF2O3
Molecular Weight	208.55 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxy-2-chloro-3,4-difluorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-3,4-difluoro-5-hydroxy-; 2-Chloro-3,4-difluoro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid; 749230-44-2; 3,4-Difluoro-5-hydroxy-2-chlorobenzoic Acid; 2-Chloro-3,4-difluoro-5-hydroxy-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Chloro-3,4-Difluoro-5-Hydroxy-Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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