Description

3-Bromo-5-Chlorobenzamide is a high-purity halogenated benzamide derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. This compound is essential for medicinal chemists and process development scientists working on new active ingredients, where precise molecular modification is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals, where its bromo and chloro substituents allow for fine-tuning of electronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental reagent for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-5-Chlorobenzamide
CAS No.	933671-77-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrClNO
Molecular Weight	234.48 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-3-bromobenzamide; 3-Bromo-5-chlorobenzoic acid amide; Benzamide, 3-bromo-5-chloro-; 933671-77-3; 3-Bromo-5-chloro-benzamide; 3-Br-5-Cl-Benzamide
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-5-Chlorobenzamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, related substances, and residual solvents is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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