Description

3-Bromo-4-Formylbenzoic Acid is a versatile and high-purity aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual functional groups, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a brominated benzaldehyde scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical reagent for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the global life sciences market.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4-Formylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	91760-66-6
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrO3
Molecular Weight	229.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formyl-3-bromobenzoic Acid; 3-Bromo-4-carboxybenzaldehyde; 3-Bromoterephthalaldehyde acid; Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-4-formyl-; 3-Bromo-4-formyl-benzoic acid; 3-Bromo-4-formylbenzoic acid; 3-Bromo-4-oxidanylidenemethyl-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4-Formylbenzoic 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 industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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