Description

3-(4-Chloro-2-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived aromatic carboxylic acid building block of significant commercial and research interest. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its specific substitution pattern enables precise molecular design. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure for enhanced bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core building block for creating specialized organic molecules used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional benzoic acid groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties like thermal stability and solubility.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic systems in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Coordination Chemistry: Serves as a ligand for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its carboxylic acid functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Chloro-2-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	916220-05-8
Molecular Formula	C14H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	246.69 g/mol
Synonyms	[3-(4-Chloro-2-methylphenyl)phenyl]formic acid; 3-(4-Chloro-o-tolyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-(4-chloro-2-methylphenyl)-; 2-Methyl-4-chlorobiphenyl-3'-carboxylic acid; 3'-Carboxy-4'-chloro-2-methylbiphenyl; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid, 4-chloro-2-methyl-; (3'-(4-Chloro-2-methylphenyl)phenyl)carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Chloro-2-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis by GC. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your internal specifications and cGMP guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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