Description

Benzenebutanoic Acid,A-Bromo-,Methyl Ester is a specialized brominated aromatic ester, a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block, enabling the introduction of both the phenylbutanoate moiety and a reactive bromine handle for further functionalization. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring arylalkanoic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitutions due to its reactive bromine atom.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the research phase for synthesizing novel aromatic esters with potential organoleptic properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodology development and exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenebutanoic Acid,A-Bromo-,Methyl Ester
CAS No.	16503-47-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₃BrO₂
Molecular Weight	257.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Bromo-4-phenylbutanoate; 4-Bromo-4-phenylbutyric Acid Methyl Ester; γ-Bromo-γ-phenylbutyric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (4-Bromo-4-phenyl)butyrate; Benzenebutanoic acid, 4-bromo-, methyl ester; 4-Phenyl-4-bromobutyric acid methyl ester; Butyric acid, 4-bromo-4-phenyl-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Benzenebutanoic Acid,A-Bromo-,Methyl Ester is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed and stored in a moisture-free environment.

Specification

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