Description

5-Bromo-4-Chloro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-substituted benzoic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and methoxylated structure makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug discovery programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and polymers with specific electronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital substrate for custom chemical synthesis services catering to the needs of biotechnology and specialty chemical companies.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Utilized in fundamental organic chemistry research to study reaction mechanisms and develop new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4-Chloro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	95383-17-8
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrClO3
Molecular Weight	265.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-5-bromo-4-chlorobenzoic Acid; 4-Chloro-5-bromo-2-methoxybenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-4-chloro-2-methoxy-; 95383-17-8; 5-Bromo-4-chloro-o-anisic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Bromo-4-Chloro-2-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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