Description

β-Bromobenzenepropionic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile aryl bromide ester, a key synthetic intermediate prized for its reactive benzylic and ester functionalities. This compound is essential for facilitating carbon-carbon bond formation and functional group transformations in complex organic syntheses. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its aryl bromide moiety for cross-coupling reactions.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a substrate for nucleophilic substitution reactions in academic and industrial R&D.
• Fine Chemical Production: A key intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers requiring specific aromatic architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Bromobenzenepropionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	16503-45-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11BrO2
Molecular Weight	243.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Bromophenyl)propanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(2-bromophenyl)propanoate; 2-Bromobenzene propanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl β-(2-bromophenyl)propionate; β-Bromo-2-methylbenzenepropanoate; (2-Bromophenyl)propionic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(o-bromophenyl)propionate
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Quality Control

Every batch of β-Bromobenzenepropionic Acid Methyl Ester is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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