2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid

About 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid

2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid is a process intermediate or related compound of Fluorescein carrying the CAS registry number 85-56-3. Its molecular formula is C14H9ClO3 and its molecular weight is 260.67 g/mol. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 2-(4-chlorobenzoyl)- or o-(p-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid.

It is supplied as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Fluorescein, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Related to Fluorescein

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Fluorescein impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-039901
CAS Number	85-56-3
IUPAC name	2-(4-chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₉ClO₃
Molecular weight	260.67 g/mol
Exact mass	260.024
InChIKey	YWECCEXWKFHHQJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)Cl)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	66564

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	54.4 Å²
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 2-(4-chlorobenzoyl)-, o-(p-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid, 2-(p-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid, o-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, o-(p-chlorobenzoyl)-, Benzoic acid, o-(p-chlorobenzoyl)-(8CI), p-Chlorobenzoylbenzoic acid, 4'-Chlorobenzophenone-2-carboxylic acid, 2-[(4-chlorophenyl)carbonyl]benzoic acid, 1-carboxy-2-(4-chlorophenylcarbonyl)benzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid is 85-56-3. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 2-(4-chlorobenzoyl)-, o-(p-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid, 2-(p-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid?

2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid has the molecular formula C14H9ClO3 and a molecular weight of 260.67 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(4-chlorobenzoyl)benzoic acid.

What is 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid used for?

2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Fluorescein. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid can I order?

We supply 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)benzoic Acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.