Description

3-Chloro-2-Methyl-6-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its nitro and chloro functional groups.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its reactive aromatic ring.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: The carboxylic acid group allows for derivatization into chelating agents or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties like solubility or reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2-Methyl-6-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	86315-08-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO4
Molecular Weight	215.59 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-3-chloro-o-toluic acid; 2-Methyl-6-nitro-3-chlorobenzoic acid; 3-Chloro-2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-2-methyl-6-nitro-; 86315-08-4; 3-Chloro-6-nitro-o-toluic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-2-Methyl-6-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request 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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

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