3,5-Dichlorobenzoic Acid (CAS 51-36-5): Comprehensive User Guide
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1. Product Overview & Specifications
Basic Properties
Parameter | Value |
---|---|
Chemical Name | 3,5-Dichlorobenzoic Acid |
CAS Number | 51-36-5 |
Molecular Formula | C7H4Cl2O2 |
Molecular Weight | 191.01 g/mol |
Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Melting Point | 188-192°C |
Solubility | Soluble in organic solvents (ethanol, DMSO), slightly soluble in water |
Comparative Analysis
Feature | 3,5-Dichlorobenzoic Acid | 2,4-Dichlorobenzoic Acid | 3,4-Dichlorobenzoic Acid |
---|---|---|---|
CAS Number | 51-36-5 | 50-84-0 | 5664-02-6 |
Thermal Stability | High | Moderate | Low |
Reactivity | Superior electrophilic substitution | Moderate | Limited |
2. Key Applications & Use Cases
Pharmaceutical Intermediates
Used in synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and antifungal agents.
Agrochemical Production
Critical precursor for herbicides and fungicides due to chlorine substituent stability.
Organic Synthesis
Enables preparation of esters, amides, and coordination complexes via carboxyl group reactivity.
3. Industry-Specific Case Studies
Case 1: Antimicrobial Drug Development
European pharma company achieved 92% yield in synthesizing novel quinolone antibiotics using 3,5-DCBA as key intermediate.
Case 2: Herbicide Formulation
US agrochemical manufacturer reduced synthesis steps from 7 to 4 using 51-36-5 as nucleophilic agent.
4. Customer Success Stories
ABC Pharmaceuticals (Germany)
"Adoption of 3,5-DCBA increased API production efficiency by 35% while meeting EP 10.0 purity standards."
GreenChem Agrosolutions (USA)
"Achieved 20% cost reduction in pre-emergence herbicide production through optimized 51-36-5 integration."
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