Description

6-Chloro-2,3-Difluorobenzoic Acid, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of halogen atoms, which enables precise molecular modifications essential for developing new compounds with targeted properties. This intermediate is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the difluoro and chloro substituents influence bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing fluorinated aromatic compounds used in electronic displays.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Research: Employed in the development of novel electron-transport or host materials for more efficient display technologies.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce halogenated aromatic units into polymer chains, altering thermal and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reactions and creating complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2,3-Difluorobenzoic Acid, 97%
CAS No.	887584-84-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF2O2
Molecular Weight	192.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Difluoro-6-chlorobenzoic Acid; 6-Chloro-2,3-difluorobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 6-chloro-2,3-difluoro-; 887584-84-1; 6-Chloro-2,3-difluoro-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-2,3-Difluorobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification, to ensure it meets the specified 97% minimum assay and consistent impurity profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and related substances are available for review and provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a controlled environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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