Description

2,4,6-Bribromobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-brominated aromatic ester compound. This specialty chemical serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for the development of novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring brominated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile brominated aromatic core for coupling reactions, functional group transformations, and material science research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions and coordination chemistry.
• Materials Science Research: Used in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific bromine functionalities.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Bribromobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	14920-88-8
Molecular Formula	C8H5Br3O2
Molecular Weight	372.84 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,4,6-Tribromobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,4,6-tribromo-, methyl ester; 2,4,6-Tribromobenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2,4,6-tribromobenzenecarboxylate; Tribromomethylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Bribromobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers' regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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

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