Description

6-Bromo-2-Fluoro-3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic building block featuring bromine, fluorine, and carboxylic acid substituents. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for constructing novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating high-performance polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new organic reactions and creating novel compound libraries for screening.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex dyes and pigments where halogen and hydroxyl groups modify color and stability properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2-Fluoro-3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	91659-33-5
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrFO3
Molecular Weight	235.01 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-6-bromo-2-fluorobenzoic acid; 2-Fluoro-3-hydroxy-6-bromobenzoic acid; 6-Bromo-2-fluoro-3-hydroxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 6-bromo-2-fluoro-3-hydroxy-; 91659-33-5; 6-Br-2-F-3-OH-BA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-2-Fluoro-3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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