Description

Methyl 3,5-Dibromo-2-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional brominated aromatic ester that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a versatile, halogenated building block for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical discovery, and the development of specialty materials and dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring brominated aromatic motifs for biological activity or further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the dibromo-methoxybenzoate structure can impart specific pesticidal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functionalized benzoate groups into target molecules.
• Ligand and Material Science: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands for catalysis or as a monomer for creating polymers with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Useful in the synthesis of complex brominated dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and specific light-absorption characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3,5-Dibromo-2-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	15790-59-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8Br2O3
Molecular Weight	323.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Methoxy-3,5-dibromobenzoate; 3,5-Dibromo-2-methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 3,5-dibromo-2-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 3,5-dibromo-o-anisate; 2-Methoxy-3,5-dibromobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3,5-Dibromo-2-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.