2,3-Dichlorobenzoic acid

CAS: 50-45-3

Ref. 3D-ID58052

Product Information

• Name: 2,3-Dichlorobenzoic acid
• Synonyms: Lamotrigine impurity E, 2,3-Dichlorbenzoesure, 2,3-Dichloro-Benzoicaci, 2,3-Dichlorobenzoate, 2,3-Dichlorobenzoic, 2,3-Dichlorobenzoicacid, Benzoic acid, 2,3-dichloro-, Rarechem Al Bo 0323, Timtec-Bb Sbb003641
• CAS: 50-45-3

Description

2,3-Dichlorobenzoic acid is an organic compound that belongs to the class of carboxylates. It is used as a drug substance in the treatment of mycobacterial infections. 2,3-Dichlorobenzoic acid has been shown to have antimicrobial activity against Mycobacterium tuberculosis and other mycobacteria. The sensitivity index for this compound was determined using a chromatographic method with human erythrocytes as the test organism. 2,3-Dichlorobenzoic acid displays its antibacterial activity by inhibiting protein synthesis and cell division. This drug also forms crystalline solids that are soluble in organic solvents such as chloroform or benzene.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 191.01 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₄Cl₂O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder